Fabrication Weld Technician

KOBELCO ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS LLC; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobelco Aluminum Automotive Products LLC is hiring a Fabrication Weld Technician in Bowling Green, KY. The role focuses on welding, fabricating, and repairing production items for Forging and EP departments.

You will read blueprints, inspect items, and maintain equipment to support manufacturing goals. The position requires 3–5 years of welding experience, an associate degree or equivalent, and the ability to work 8-hour shifts in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in welding or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years experience in welding or related field.
• Previous welding experience (operation/programming).

Responsibilities

• Verify integrity of data through confirmation of sign offs on process documentation.
• Maintain 5S in the workspace and orderly conditions.
• Follow safety procedures to maintain safe operations.
• Cut, shape, and trim material using grinders, iron worker and hand tools.
• Read blueprints to build items as specified.
• Inspect items for defects.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Take ownership of the welding process to meet departmental goals.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Independent work

Team cooperation

Planning skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in welding or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary: Fabricate new production related items for the Forging and EP departments by means of welding (MIG). Associates will also repair these production related items.

Job Title: Fabrication Weld Technician

Classification: Hourly

Department: Fabrication

Reports to: Supervisor / Foreman

Key Responsibilities

• Verify integrity of data through the confirmation of sign offs on process documentation
• Maintain sanctity of the workspace through the enforcement of 5s principles
• Maintains safe operations by following safety procedures and regulations
• Cut, shape, and trim material to specified lengths or shapes utilizing grinders, iron worker, and other various hand tools.
• Read blueprints to build various items
• Inspect all items for various defects
• Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements (PM), troubleshooting minor maintenance issues, and calling for repairs
• Accomplishes departmental goals by taking ownership of the welding process
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to perform all assigned tasks, work independently, and complete work on schedule
• Follow Supervisors/Foreman direction while displaying cooperative and positive behavior with co-workers
• Ability to develop and execute detailed daily plans
• Strong Problems solving skills and efficient management of time and resources

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in welding or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior experience in metals manufacturing/fabrication environment
• (3-5) Years experience in welding or related field
• Previous welding experience (operation/programming)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Sit/Stand/Walk 8 hrs./day
• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Monday – Friday
• Willing to work in hot/humid, cold and noisy manufacturing environments