2nd shift Machine Set-Up

Wanzl; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Dental & Vision)

401K with company match

Company paid Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

9 Paid Holidays

Incidental Time Off

Job summary

Wanzl in Newton, NC is seeking a 2nd shift Machine Set-Up technician to efficiently configure presses and resistance welding systems, including programming and troubleshooting Yaskawa robots. You will perform changeovers, back-ups of programs, and operate manual mills and lathes as needed.

Lean principles (5S, SMED, TPM), LOTO safety, reading diagrams, and basic math are essential. Strong English communication is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience with resistance welding and manual milling machines and lathes is a plus.
• Ability to read, write and speak English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change over presses and resistance welding systems.
• Program and troubleshoot Yaskawa robots; maintain programs and backups.
• Perform basic machine operations on milling machines and lathes as needed.
• Follow setup procedures and perform preventive maintenance on tooling and electrodes.
• Read product diagrams to translate measurements and ensure accurate welds.

Skills

Yaskawa robotics programming

Troubleshooting resistance welding

Reading engineering diagrams

Lean manufacturing

LOTO safety awareness

Basic computer skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Welding equipment

Job description

2nd shift Machine Set-Up

Indirect Newton, NC, US

Position Summary/Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for effective and efficient machine set-ups to ensure the changeover is completed accurately, efficiently and in an appropriate timeframe.
• Hands on responsibilities with Yaskawa robots, to include programming, troubleshooting, maintaining programs and backups.
• Hands-on duties with cross wire resistance welding to complete proper set-up procedures for Press-type, multi-Head type and Spot Weld type resistance welders.
• Troubleshoot resistance welding issues; determine root cause using basic resistance welding parameters such as weld current, air pressure, cooling, electrode condition, etc. to achieve a good weld.
• Follow appropriate set-up procedures that include preventive maintenance of tooling and electrodes.
• Various operations on manual milling machines and lathes to refinish resistance welding electrodes.
• Basic Computer skills are a plus
• Familiar with Lean Principals including 5s, SMED, and TPM to help drive Department efficiency
• Understanding of LOTO procedures to prevent possible injuries
• Ability to read and translate measurements on product diagrams
• This position offers a shift differential for working 2nd shift

Benefits - Available on date of hire

• $2.25 shift differential
• Monthly and Yearly Attendance Bonus
• Health Insurance, including Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K with company match - available after 90 days
• Company paid Life Insurance and Short-term Disability
• 9 Paid HolidaysVacation
• Incidental Time Off

Education/Experience/Certification/Licenses: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Experience with resistance welding and manual milling machines and lathes a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to read, write and speak English is essential. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently as needed. Ability to read prints. Intermediate math skills required.