Weld Technician, EDV Body; Afternoon Shift

Rivianis on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

In this role, you will utilize your welding skills to complete repair welds on structural vehicles components.
Welding candidates will be required to pass a welder qualification test prior to performing MIG welding on Rivian parts or assemblies. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to the Group Leader of Body.

• Perform skilled MIG welding on thin galvanized sheet metal utilizing multiple transfer modes.
• Inspect work and repair as necessary and review quality alerts and quality of welds
• Effectively operate typical welding equipment
• Ability to understand work instructions and requirements for each task
• Use grinders and/or tools to smooth and clean as required prior to and after welding
• Ability to assemble component parts using appropriate hand/small power tools.
• Clean and maintain all equipment and tools and maintain a clean working area
• Organize all supplies (materials, tools, and equipment)
• Carry out tasks to meet applicable safety standards, quality criteria, and cycle times to maximize productivity and profitability and help minimize downtime and waste
• Effectively communicate and maintain a good relationship with team members, contractors/suppliers and other stakeholders as required to ensure targets are met
• Immediately report problems/failures that may impact the organization and/or its customers to the Team Lead or Group Lead.
• Responsibly use resources and control expenses to meet budgetary controls
• Adhere to all Rivian policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

To be considered for this position, all internal candidates must submit an updated resume highlighting their relevant skills, experiences, and accomplishments. Applications submitted without an updated resume will not be considered. Please ensure that your resume accurately reflects your qualifications for this role.

• 1+ years of experience (GMAW) on steel and aluminum materials. (In house certification will be required)
• High School Diploma or GED and welding certificate preferred
• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours per day.
• Required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, hot and cold weather.

The salary range for this role is $26.00 per hour for Illinois based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to…