Full-Time

Weld Engineer

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Challenge Manufacturing

Challenge Manufacturing

1,001-5,000 employees

Automotive parts manufacturing and assembly services

Automotive & Transportation
Industrial & Manufacturing

Junior, Mid

Holland, MI, USA

Position located at our Plant in Holland, MI.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • B.S Welding Engineering or equivalent understanding of resistance welding and arc welding principals and standards, as well as mechanical engineering
  • 1-3 years’ experience in a welding manufacturing environment, automotive experience preferred
  • Welding experience in RSW, GMAW and DAW on a variety of low carbon and high strength steels
  • Robotic welding experience, ABB and Fanuc preferred
  • Destructive testing experience (setting up the process and training others) for RSW, DAW and GMAW
Responsibilities
  • Maintain existing welding process to Challenge Manufacturing standards
  • Reduce costs through continuous improvement activities that improve safety, quality and productivity.
  • Define recommended welding spare parts.
  • Develop and maintain weld parameter/ setup sheets
  • Support and lead new line launch verification projects
  • Work with Maintenance and destruct staff to maintain and improve weld quality.
  • Implement and test and monitor products from time to time in production equipment
  • Support in driving standardization across the following joining processes in manufacturing: GMAW, DAW, RSW, SPR, FDS
  • Developing training documentation on the above joining processes in relationship to quality requirements of the customer.
  • Trouble shoot welding (GMAW, RSW, and DAW) issue on production tooling.
  • Develop welding schedules for (GMAW, RSW and DAW) on ferrous and nonferrous material.
  • Participate in design reviews for upcoming new projects.
  • Interface with new equipment vendors and customers (internal and external).
Challenge Manufacturing

Challenge Manufacturing

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Challenge Manufacturing specializes in high-speed progressive stamping and high-tonnage transfer processes for the automotive industry. The company provides automated assembly and various welding techniques, ensuring precise and efficient production of automotive components. It primarily serves Tier 1 automotive manufacturers, entering contracts to supply essential parts and assemblies. What sets Challenge Manufacturing apart from competitors is its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which allows employees to own shares in the company, fostering a collaborative culture and aligning employee interests with the company's success. The goal of Challenge Manufacturing is to be the leading global supplier of automotive structures while delivering value to its employee-owners, guided by core values of Safety, Ownership, and Teamwork.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$100M

Headquarters

Walker, Michigan

Founded

1981

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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What believers are saying

  • The senior term loan facility from WhiteHawk Capital Partners provides financial stability and potential for further growth and expansion.
  • Employee ownership through the ESOP can lead to higher job satisfaction and retention, fostering a more dedicated workforce.
  • The company's established reputation and long-standing relationships with Tier 1 automotive manufacturers ensure a steady stream of revenue and business opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the automotive industry requires continuous innovation and efficiency to maintain market position.
  • Dependence on the automotive sector makes the company vulnerable to industry-specific downturns and economic fluctuations.

What makes Challenge Manufacturing unique

  • Challenge Manufacturing's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) fosters a unique collaborative culture, aligning employee interests with the company's financial success, unlike many competitors.
  • The company's specialization in high-speed progressive stamping and high-tonnage transfer processes sets it apart in the precision-driven automotive market.
  • With a global footprint and approximately 1,500 industrial robots, Challenge Manufacturing demonstrates a significant commitment to automation and efficiency.

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