About the role
Spot welders work within the manufacturing industry and specialize in joining metal components through spot welding. They use spot welding machines to create strong joints between metal pieces by applying pressure and heat. Education can vary from vocational high school training to internal training at employers.Responsibilities
Spot welders are responsible for setting up and monitoring spot welding machines for optimal welding results. They must read and interpret blueprints and specifications to correctly position the materials. Maintenance of the equipment and quality control of the weld joints are also an important part of their job duties.Skills and tools
Spot welders must have a good knowledge of metallurgy and welding techniques. They use spot welding machines and other tools to perform their work and must carefully follow safety regulations. Manual dexterity, precision, and the ability to follow technical drawings are important skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are ritningsläsning, tig-svetsning and mag-svetsning.