Advanced Welder – 3rd Shift Job Portage area,Michigan USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Advanced Welder – 3rd Shift - $30.25/hr + $1.50 Shift Premium

Advanced Welder

Work Flexibility:
Onsite

Schedule:

Sun – Thurs, 9:45pm – 6:15am, OT Required

What You Will Do:

As an Advanced Welder at Stryker, you will support the production of precision components used in life-saving medical technologies. This role combines advanced manual welding, machining support, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality output in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Perform manual MIG and TIG welding to manufacture parts to specification

Operate and support fabrication equipment, including robotic welding (Level
2) and CNC processes

Set up and run production while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to produce and repair parts

Conduct inspections using calipers, angle gauges, micrometers, and other measuring tools

Troubleshoot equipment, process issues, and part defects to minimize downtime

Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, and minor equipment repairs

Ensure compliance with Stryker Quality Systems (QSR/ISO), policies, and production goals

Maintain accurate documentation and record-keeping in line with company standards

Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities

Promote a positive team environment, accountability, and adherence to 6S standards

What You Need:

Required

Minimum of two (2) years of welding, machining, or fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment
Hands on experience with MIG and TIG welding
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Preferred

Quality training, including visual inspection of welds, incoming part quality, gage plan completion
Ability to use height stand, calipers, micrometers, coordinate measuring system, and other inspection equipment to inspect work pieces

Physical Requirements

Ability to frequently lift 10-50 lbs, occasionally lifting up to 75 lbs
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive movements
Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Travel Percentage:
None

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.