Additive Cell Operator/Technician

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the weld wire additive manufacturing printer.
• Set up part CAD data and program as required from Manufacturing Engineering, load them into the printer, and initiate/monitor/complete the printing cycle.
• Conduct full machine set-ups, including loading build plates & sheets, adding wire, tip/machine calibrations, and ensuring/maintaining proper print operation.
• Load and unload parts from the printer.
• Use a variety of hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and production needs.
• Document actions by completing production work instructions.
• Set up jobs using work instructions and the pre-print checklist.
• Prep and remove prints from build plates using plasma cutters and torches.
• Attend to machine alarms and diagnose problems that might cause manufacturing delays.
• Monitor cells throughout the additive process.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Adhere to best shop practices and quality standards.
• Lift or move materials and finished products using overhead cranes/hi-lo.
• Develop work skills and knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical publications, and engaging with industry affiliations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Additive experience is not required; will train.
• 1+ years of MIG/TIG welding experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule as required to support print cycles, including overtime and weekends.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience with basic hand tools.
• Detail-oriented, ability to work independently, and excellent verbal/written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing, welding, additive, and/or machining experience.
• Knowledge of Quality Control and Continuous Improvement (Lean) Methodologies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed are representative of those required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Employees frequently stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work from ladders or scaffolds; sitting is occasional.
• Regularly lift up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision is required.

Work Environment

The work environment described reflects typical conditions encountered in this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Employees are regularly exposed to electrical shock hazards and frequently to moving mechanical parts.

This position may include access to data, technology, or software subject to U.S. export controls under ITAR. Employment is contingent upon verifying U.S. person status or obtaining necessary authorizations. The Company may decline to proceed with an applicant if export authorization is required.