Weld Technician
Flex-N-Gate · Detroit Metropolitan Area · 2 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Core Competencies
- Customer Focus
- Communication
- Energetic and Stress Tolerant
- Team Work
- Problem Solving
- Accountability and Dependability
- Ethics and Integrity
- Analytical
Job Duties
- 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
- Aid in training and methods for welding operations
- Optimize the performance of welding consumables
- Support Plant Quality System
- Participate in the implementation & development of Environmental Quality Systems
- Participate in commissioning new welding equipment
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 StandardsISO 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
What We Offer
- Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays and vacation time
What Our Employees Have to Say
- "It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities."
- "Lots of growth opportunity."
- "The company's young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable."
What We Offer
- Equal Opportunity Employer