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Resistance Spot Welder – GMA (General Machine Area)

Location: Marne, MI
Company: DeWys Metal Solutions
Reports To: Value Stream Team Lead

About the Role

DeWys Metal Solutions is seeking a Resistance Spot Welder to join our General Machine Area (GMA) team in Marne, MI. In this hands-on role, you will operate resistance spot welding equipment to weld sheet metal components, nuts, and studs using press welders, rocker arms, and fixtures.

This position is critical to ensuring weld quality, consistency, and precision across our metal assemblies. In addition to welding, you will perform finish grinding, inspect parts for quality, and support continuous improvement efforts that drive safety, throughput, and overall performance.

What You’ll Do

Welding & Fabrication

• Set up and operate resistance spot welders according to job requirements
• Select proper materials, tooling, fixtures, and pre-made jigs for each job
• Layout, position, align, and fit metal components to meet weld specifications
• Perform destructive testing during setup as required to verify weld integrity
• Weld nuts, studs, and sheet metal assemblies using press welders and rocker arms

Finishing & Quality

• Perform finish grinding and spot grinding per finish codes on blueprints
• Ensure all finished parts meet visual and dimensional quality standards
• Inspect and verify the quality of all parts produced
• Identify, analyze, and help eliminate causes of rejected or nonconforming parts

Production & Efficiency

• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, travelers, setup notes, and work instructions
• Meet or exceed established production rates while maintaining DeWys quality standards
• Minimize setup times while maximizing machine output and tool life
• Accurately complete travelers and production documentation

Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

• Perform preventive and basic unplanned maintenance on spot welders and grinders
• Assist with cleaning and organizing machines and work areas
• Participate in team training and continuous improvement activities
• Support Team Resource responsibilities in Quality, Training, Scheduling/Administration, and Throughput as needed

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety policies, work rules, and standard operating procedures
• Use required PPE at all times (safety glasses, hearing protection, welding/grinding protection)
• Assist in other work centers as business needs require

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or welding-related experience preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn spot welding setup and processes
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and apply problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, travelers, and work instructions
• Basic math skills and ability to use measuring tools (calipers, height gage, tape measure)
• Ability to use resource planning or barcode systems for time and labor tracking
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior welding or robotic welding experience
• Familiarity with resistance spot welding equipment
• Experience with grinding and metal finishing operations

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing shop floor with moderate to loud noise levels
• Regular exposure to airborne metal grinding particles
• Standing for extended periods throughout the shift
• Regular lifting up to 25 lbs; frequent lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance or lift equipment
• Use of PPE required:
  • Safety glasses or Z87.1-rated prescription eyewear at all times
  • Hearing protection when welding or grinding
  • Grinding shields required during grinding operations (masks optional but provided)
• Climate-controlled shop floor for improved comfort

Why DeWys Metal Solutions

At DeWys, our people are at the center of everything we do. We foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. As part of the GMA team, you’ll have opportunities to build valuable welding skills while contributing to high-quality products used by customers nationwide.

If you’re mechanically inclined, quality-driven, and ready to grow in a hands-on manufacturing role, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and build your career with DeWys Metal Solutions.