Welder Fabricator - 1st Shift

About the role

Redefining mobility since 1987, Freedom Motors USA is a leading nationwide manufacturer and retailer of wheelchair-accessible vehicles headquartered in Battle Creek, MI.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the welding part of the manufacturing process.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications as directed.
• Operate MIG welder, grinder, reciprocating saw, and cut-off wheel.
• Ability to bend and shape pipes of various materials and sizes with precision.
• Knowledge in pipe fitting and welding techniques.
• Maintain equipment, inspect for performance and/or safety concerns, and perform troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain compliance with Freedom Motors’ quality and safety standards, policies and procedures, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Ability to read wiring schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.

Requirements

• Proven hands-on welding experience, ideally in automotive manufacturing or a related field.
• Proficiency with welding machine operation, including regulating current and voltage for proper metal fusion.
• Ability to read and fabricate from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical sketches.
• Pre-inspection skills and attention to quality — you catch your own errors before they move down the line.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to troubleshoot problems independently and propose effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to follow both written and verbal work instructions.
• Outstanding attendance record and reliability.

Qualifications

This job description is meant to provide an overview of the duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing.