Weld Operator

Ventra Grand Rapids 29, 2890 29th St SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Primary responsibility is the production of quality parts while maintaining rate. Reads work instructions and follow oral instructions. 1 st shift and 3rd Shift available. Hourly Rate starts at $20.25

• Perform adequate welds and understand weld quality requirements.
• Read / Follow Process and Work Instructions.
• Check that all safety guards / devices are in place prior to weld start up.
• Performs jobs within operation of assigned work area.
• Uses Help Chain for equipment problems and scrap/quality issues.
• Tracks all scrap produced. Responsible / accountable for defective product produced
• Ensures proper tagging / labeling of produced parts
• Maintains 5S standards as they relate to housekeeping in the assigned work area.
• Reports any and all safety issues immediately to supervisor / team leader / management staff.
• Maintains compliance to Company policies, work rules, safety standards and housekeeping policies.
• Works with team members / management staff to attain Company goals.
• Communicates production issues relating to the assigned job with previous / next shift operator

• Previous experience preferred, but not required.
• Complete and Pass Ventra GR29 LOTO Trainings.
• Able to perform in a high-paced environment.

• Ability to work in cold and hot environments
• Upper body mobility is required along with the physical requirements of lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling .
• Must be able to stand 90% of the time.
• Able to lift / carry / move using one or two hands from 1 lb. to 50 lbs.
• Overtime as required.

Must wear required PPE at all time.

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.