• Welder

    Grand Rapids Chair Company (Byron Center, MI)


    Welder

    About the Organization

    Are you looking for a company that values work-life balance, offers benefits like tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer hours, and fosters a transparent, employee-focused culture?You've come to the right place.

     

    Pull up a chair. You're in good company.

     

    At Grand Rapids Chair, we craft furniture that fosters connection and creativity in the spaces where people gather. As a family-owned business, we've built our process around the customer-delivering high-quality, Michigan-made furniture with friendly service and fast lead times.

     

    Our commitment to excellence is driven by our values. We believe every employee plays a role in shaping the future of GRC, and together, we push boundaries, take ownership, and celebrate our collective success together.

     

    We Encourage You to 'Go Be Awesome!'

     

    At GRC, know life extends beyond work. That's why we offer competitive salaries, great benefits, and opportunities for learning and professional growth. We're proud to be named one of Grand Rapids'Best and Brightest Companies to Work For- (https://thebestandbrightest.com/events/west-michigans-2018-best-brightest-companies-work/) - because just like our customers, we want our employees to sit happy, too.

     

    Explore our benefits (https://grandrapidschair.com/about/careers/)

    Description

    + Direct Hire -$19-$23/hour depending on experience. Eligible for pay increase after first 90 days!

    + FIRST SHIFT - Hours start at 5AM, and you either work until 1:30, 2:30, or 3:30PM and WILL vary from week to week. Must be willing to work overtime occasionally on Saturdays as needed.

    + Able to listen to your own music while at work!

    + 2 weeks of Paid Time Off + 1 week of Paid Sick Time + 10 Paid Holidays!

    *MUST take an in-person Weld Performance Test prior to joining the team.

    Position Description:

    Under direct supervision, this position performs any of a variety of functions involved with MIG, TIG and Braize welding of steel or aluminum chairs and parts according to work order specifications. Specific duties vary depending on assigned department. This position flexes in relation to the production demands.

    Responsibilities:

    + Reviews work orders on each cart of chairs

    + Selects the correct fixtures for the work order

    + Weld Chair parts according to the work orders. *Materials may include steel stainless, aluminum or alloys using methods including MIG/TIG/Braze welding.

    + Completes on chair for each new order and performs a Buddy Check according to company procedures.

    + Completes each order accurately and on time.

    + Maintains and performs preventative maintenance on weld equipment.

    + Performs basic functions on the ERP computer system (clocking in and out, work order maintenance)

    + Keeps work area neat and clean according to company standards

    + Works safely and follows all company rules and procedures.

    Position Requirements

    + High School diploma/GED or equivalent preferred. Welding certificate preferred.

    + Minimum 6 months experience welding in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    + Ability to read and understand blue prints.

    + Must possess ability to weld C-25 MIG thin metal tubing with no weld splatter using a Miller matic 251 machine.

    + Functional working knowledge of general hand tools such as drills, grinders, etc.

     

    Shift First

     

    Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

     

    EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

    Category Manufacturing

     

    This position is currently accepting applications.