Robotic Welder 3rd Shift

AKG North America; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AKG North America is seeking a skilled welder to operate both manual and robotic welding equipment, attaching tanks and parts per blueprint instructions. The role emphasizes MIG and TIG welding proficiency and robotic welding operations while upholding quality and safety standards.

Qualified applicants will have formal welding training and the ability to read blueprints, work with metric measurements, and perform welds to specification during the 9pm–5am shift.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal welding training program or apprenticeship.
• Able to work the stated shift and overtime when required.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and robotic welding equipment according to blueprints.
• Set up robotic welding equipment, clean debris, and replace gun parts as needed.
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints and work instructions.
• Perform MIG and/or TIG welding as required by the job.
• Move cores and tanks using a pallet jack or hoist as needed.
• Weld additional parts per blueprint requirements.
• Conduct quality checks on welds and leaks after welding.
• Provide feedback to the test tank team regarding defects.
• Meet production quotas and maintain standard times.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow EMS policies.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Robotic welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Tape measure (metric)

Education

Trade school/apprenticeship in welding

Tools

Robotic welding equipment

Welding gun setup

Job description

Description

Summary:

Operate both robotic and manual welding equipment to attach tanks or other parts to the core in accordance with blueprint instructions. This role requires proficiency in MIG and TIG welding processes and robotic welding operations while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards.

Qualification :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a formal trade school program with a welding concentration, apprenticeship program, and/or on-the-job training by welding trainer and robot trainer at AKG North American Operations, Inc.
• Must be available and able to work the agreed upon shift and work overtime when required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand detailed blueprint instructions and work orders.
• Must have great attention to detail.
• Ability to read a tape measure using the metric system.
• Familiarity with robotic welding equipment and welding gun setup.

Work Environment

Manufacturing/warehouse environment

Must Be ABLE to work hours of 9pm-5am.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

• Operate welding equipment (manual and robotic) to perform welding operations according to blueprints.
• Set up robotic welding equipment, clean debris off the gun, and replace gun parts when needed.
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints and work instructions.
• Perform MIG and/or TIG welding depending on job requirement.
• Move cores and tanks using a chain hoist or pallet jack as needed.
• Perform welds on additional parts per blueprint requirements.
• Conduct quality checks on each cooler or part after welding is complete.
• Provide and receive feedback from the test tank team regarding leaks and defects.
• Meet production quotas and standard times provided by the Lead or Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with other welders across all shifts to meet productivity and quality goals.
• Update production sheets, cell performance boards, and any data collection system in use.
• Perform preventative maintenance on robotic welding machines as needed.
• Report any issues to the Supervisor or designated personnel immediately.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and/or requirements set forth in AKG's environmental management system (EMS).

Regular physical attendance is a requirement for this position. Refer to the AKG attendance policy in the Information Handbook for Employees.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand (95%) and walk (5%) of the time.
• May be required to bend, stoop, pull, push, twist and turn.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to use a pallet jack, chain hoist, and welding equipment.
• Must wear safety equipment such as steel toe shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection. Safety glasses and hearing protection are provided.