Position Summary: Provide production support by performing setup, trouble shooting and operation of Mig/Tig/Spot Welding cells within a production facility.
Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to, the following: * Prioritize tasks within the facility relating to weld troubleshooting, set up etc.
* Perform the programming of robots.
* Troubleshoot problems with robots.
* Conduct MIG/TIG/Spot resistance welding maintenance.
* Provide adjustment of welding fixtures.
* Perform Predictive Maintenance on weld equipment.
* Provide process improvement ideas.
* Ensure robot is safe for associates to operate.
* Read and interpret CAD data, blueprints, GD&T, CMM reports, customer weld specifications.
* Set weld standards/parameters for new products and continuous weld testing to meet or exceed customer specifications.
* Apply and utilize manufacturing best practice for efficiency, quality, safety and capability.
* Foster and maintain good working relationships with vendors, team members, suppliers and project teams.
* Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.
Position Skills and Experience Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
* High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) * 1-2 years previous work experience with robotic welding * Completion of the Shape U -- Weld Tech II Curriculum with passing grade * 2 Year technical degree preferred * 2-3 Years prior experience as a Weld Technician preferred; teach pendant experience required.
* Successful completion of Weld Tech Trainee Period * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience with Microsoft Applications (e.g.
word, excel, outlook, etc). * Weld Tech Trainees must successfully complete a probationary period and corresponding qual card.
Externally hired Weld Technicians are titled as Weld Technician in the event that they hold an Associate's Degree in Weld Technology and/or have the required previous work experience as a Weld Technician, working with robotic welders.
Completion of the Weld Tech curriculum with passing score is mandatory regardless of internal or external candidacy.