Weld Technician

camacollc; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

camacollc is seeking a maintenance technician to repair and maintain robotic weld cell equipment on the plant floor. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot automated weld cells, and set up robotic and resistance weld operations while assisting in operator training.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma,Journeyman training or equivalent, 5+ years of related experience, and strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, plus formal training leading to Journeyman status in Machine Repair and/or equivalent on the job experience.
• 5+ years of related work experience.
• Robotic troubleshooting and programming.
• Welding proficiency.
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic systems sufficient to diagnose and repair machines.
• Ability to test sensors, change sensors, set-up failsafe, adjust light curtains and change out feeders, powerpacks and reamers.
• Knowledge of IATF16949.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot automated weld cells and equipment.
• Set-up of robotic and resistance weld operations and Poke-yoke apparatus.
• Fixture modification and adjustment.
• Operate and program robotic weld cells.
• Assist in the training of operators on all weld cell operations.
• Read electrical schematics and other documents to diagnose and repair machinery.
• Verify and document changes to process parameters.
• Assist Weld Engineers as needed and work to eliminate downtime.
• Identify and eliminate sources of downtime and extraneous variation through root cause analysis with Engineering Teams.
• Communicate with co-workers to carry out job duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Robotic troubleshooting

Programming

Welding proficiency

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Robotic weld cells

Job description

Purpose

Responsible for repair and maintenance of robotic weld cell equipment to provide efficient and quality welding applications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot automated weld cells and equipment. Set-up of robotic and resistance weld operations and Poke-yoke apparatus. Fixture modification and adjustment. Operate and program robotic weld cells. Assist in the training of operators on all weld cell operations. Read electrical schematics and other documents to assist in diagnosing and repairing machinery and equipment. Responsible for verifying and documenting changes to process parameters. Assist Weld Engineers as needed Works to eliminate downtime. Identifies and eliminates sources of downtime and extraneous variation through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective measures with the Engineering Teams. Communicate with co-workers and others to carry out job duties. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent, plus formal training leading to Journeyman status in Machine Repair and/or equivalent on the job experience. 5 plus years of related work experience.

Competencies

Robotic troubleshooting and programming. Welding proficiency Must have knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic systems sufficient to diagnose and repair machines. Ability to test sensors, change sensors, set-up failsafe, adjust light curtains and change out feeders, powerpacks and reamers. Knowledge of AITF16949 Computer skills and math skills sufficient to perform department related tasks required.

Communication skills to communicate and interact with all levels of employees.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on the plant floor.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.