Weld Technician

Flex N Gate • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

The Weld Technician is in charge of run welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Community College Diploma in Welding Engineering Technology or
• Certified Weld Technician from a recognized body or
• 4 years related work experience in a welding manufacturing environment
• PLC Programming experience using Allen Bradley or Omron PLC
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• ISO 14000 system
• Welding Standards ISO TS 16949 system
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Ability to follow guidelines
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites
• Strong analytical ability
• Interpersonal skills are required
• Troubleshooting ability is required
• Strong decision making and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated good internal customer service skills
• Proven good presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Create, modify and maintain Welding Applications using Panasonic, Fanuc, ABB & Nachi Robotic Welding
• Create, modify and maintain PLC AB & Omron backups for welding equipment
• Modify Weld Schedules/ Setup Parameters for MIG, Spot & Projection Welding Applications
• Modify Weld Fixtures Setup to improve or correct welds/ components position as per drawing specifications
• Create & maintain Weld Schedules, Setup/ Changeover and Operator Instructions
• Create and maintain Poke Yoke Systems in Welding Area
• Support Production & Maintenance to troubleshoot and repair the Welding Equipment
• Identify & Implement Continuous Improvement Projects for increasing Plant Efficiency and Cost Reductions
• Participate in 8D Discipline Report to implement Process or Product Corrective and/or Preventive Actions
• Create and update Welding PFMEA for various products
• Participate in new welding equipment selection and suggest new welding equipment
• Analyze and make proposals for improvements to the performance indicators that apply to the welding process
• Validate and maintain records of welding control parameters
• Assist in training and methods for welding operations
• Optimize the performance of welding consumables
• Support Plant Quality System
• Active participation in the implementation & development of Environmental Quality Systems
• Participate in commissioning new welding equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree