Welding Robot Operator - 1st Shift

About the role

Join our dedicated team as a Welding Robot Operator in Raymond, MS. Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been a global leader in automotive service equipment, recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years.

Responsibilities

• Observes and follow all safety rules
• Must be willing and able to work overtime as an extension to a normal workday or on weekends, as scheduled
• Reads a tape measure, 6" scale, and a combination square or pose the ability to learn to read these measuring tools
• Reads and comprehends blueprints
• Passes Hunter’s D1.1 certification test
• Correctly fit and weld parts to be conforming to design drawing tolerances
• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks
• Examines welds for size, location, and conformance to design drawings and specifications
• Repairs defective welds, broken or cracked metal objects, fills holes and builds up metal parts
• Performs layout, fit up, and tack weld workpieces
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, spatter, and oxidation as required
• Cleans or degreases parts
• Maintain the work area to sustain a clean and orderly environment
• May train other operators

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to pass a welding certification test at Hunter Engineering
• One year of welding experience in an industrial setting
• Able to operate material handling equipment such as overhead crane or motorized or manual pallet jacks
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications beneficial
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, design drawings, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers
• Basic skill level in computer programs such as Microsoft Office is highly desirable

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a welding certification test at Hunter Engineering

Skills

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications

Benefits

• Industry-Leading Healthcare Coverage
• Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Pay

$28.15 as the starting rate with opportunities for advancement in level and pay.

Schedule

Normal workday or on weekends, as scheduled.