PM-Fuel Tank Welder

Inside the Role

Innovative products begin with talented, highly motivated individuals. Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), the largest and most diverse company in the North American commercial vehicle market, invites you to join our dynamic team. When you work for a Daimler company, you join a global network of over 250,000 dedicated employees on six continents who share your passion. Be a part of a world-class team who keep the world moving through the manufacturing of Heavy Duty trucks

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

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What You Drive at DTNA 

RESUME IS REQUIRED 

General Purpose of the Position:

Execute high‑quality MIG and TIG, particularly aluminum TIG welding to meet project requirements. Conduct thorough inspections of welds and assemblies to verify accuracy, durability, and adherence to established specifications.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpret work orders, production routers, bills of materials (BOMs), product manuals, and verbal instructions to accurately complete assigned tasks.

• Understand and comply with all ISO 9001 requirements and company quality standards.

• Use a variety of hand tools effectively, including accurate measurement with a tape measure.  

• Package, box, and label products according to company guidelines; perform basic system transactions in Navision.

• Complete all required daily paperwork and maintain accurate updates on production boards.

• Conduct 5S audits and complete assigned daily checklists.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and suggesting process enhancements.

• Use daily discomfort logs and report any sickness, injury, or safety concern immediately—regardless of severity.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area through consistent housekeeping practices.

• Demonstrate flexibility by moving to various work areas based on production demands.

• Be available to work overtime, including weekends, as required by the production schedule.

• Participate in team huddles, group projects, and one‑on‑one communications to support team alignment.

• Operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.

• Follow all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and company procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

• Operate cranes or hoists safely and according to established training and guidelines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

• Complete training course to become qualified welder in MIG, TIG, and/or Stick welding techniques (company paid)

• Other Qualifications:

• Ability to use basic gauges, hand tools, and a tape measure accurately

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, wiring prints, and basic welding specifications (e.g., thickness)

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Self‑motivated individual who takes pride in personal and team development

• Strong basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals

• Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions

• Ability to perform precise, high‑quality work

• Strong organizational skills with accurate recordkeeping

• Strong attention to detail and precision in work

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry parts weighing from 1 ounce up to 75 pounds for up to 10 hours per day.
• Grasp, manipulate, and move parts of various sizes for prolonged periods (up to 10 hours per day).
• Walk and stand continuously for up to 10 hours per day.
• Move items 4 feet from waist height safely and effectively.
• Perform repeated bending, twisting, and stooping for up to 10 hours per day.
• Stand for 91–100% of the workday.
• Use hands continuously, including gripping tools with a full fist.
• Twist lower arms and turn/bend wrists throughout the shift.
• Reach forward frequently (91–100%).
• Lift 50–75 lbs with hoist/lift-assist equipment frequently (61–90%).
• Stand in a bent‑over position frequently (61–90%).
• Sit occasionally (31–60%).
• Rare tasks: stand while looking upward, kneel, squat, push with the heel of the hand, reach a