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Weld Engineer

3 days ago Independence, OH

Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Parma on a full-time basis.

The Role:

You will be responsible for providing daily welding/dispense technical support to the Maintenance and Quality teams. This work will include being the technical resource for assisting with troubleshooting welding/dispense related equipment failures, coaching/teaching maintenance team members to improve their troubleshooting skills, acting as one of the technical resources for GMW standards, and supporting the Quality/Production teams to make continuous improvements in our welding/dispense processes. This also includes following and adhering to all plant safety regulations and setting the safety example for the teams.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

Responsible for supporting activities that may include:

  • SORs and project management for tools, stations or specific technologies.
  • Manufacturing process definition.
  • Sequence of operations.
  • Human factors consideration.
  • Efficient material flow.
  • Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants for the production of high quality parts.
  • Providing technical direction to and oversight of outside vendor sources.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) :

  • Bachelor's degree in Welding.
  • 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • 1+ years of experience with welding/joining operations.
  • Knowledge of industry standards related to Welding, Dispense and Robotic Standards.
  • Must be able to work any shift (3 shift operation) .
  • Must be able to work overtime and weekends .

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Automotive manufacturing experience.
  • Experience working as a Body Shop Maintenance Group Leader or as Tech Support.
  • Body Shop maintenance experience.

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Client-provided location(s): Independence, OH
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202516039
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-06T00:15:10

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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