Weld Technician

Flex-N-Gate; Warren (MI); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Flex-N-Gate is seeking an experienced Weld Technician to operate and optimize welding processes, ensuring product integrity while driving continuous improvement. You will work with Panasonic, Fanuc, ABB, and Nachi robotic welders and manage PLC backups, weld schedules, fixtures, and operator instructions.

The role requires PLC programming experience (Allen Bradley or Omron), strong organizational and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Welding Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Certified Weld Technician or 4+ years welding manufacturing experience.
• PLC programming experience using Allen Bradley or Omron.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• ISO 14000/TS 16949 knowledge and adherence.
• Leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Responsabilités

• 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.
• Modify Weld Fixtures Setup to match drawing specs.
• Create and maintain Weld Schedules, Setup/ Changeover and Operator Instructions.
• Create and maintain Poke Yoke Systems in Welding Area.
• Support Production & Maintenance to troubleshoot welding equipment.
• Identify & Implement Continuous Improvement projects to boost plant efficiency and cut costs.
• Participate in 8D reports for corrective/preventive actions.
• Create and update Welding PFMEA for various products.
• Participate in selecting new welding equipment.

Connaissances

Customer Focus

Communication

Energy and Stress

Team Work

Problem Solving

Accountability and Dependability

Ethics and Integrity

Analytical

Formation

Community College Diploma in Welding Engineering Technology

Certified Weld Technician

Outils

Panasonic Robotics

Fanuc Robotics

ABB Robotics

Nachi Robotics

Allen Bradley PLC

Omron PLC

Description du poste

Summary

The Weld Technician is in charge of run welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement

The Weld Technician is in charge of run welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Energy and Stress
• 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
• Assist in training and methods for welding operations
• Optimize the performance of welding consumables
• Support Plant Quality System
• Active participation 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 Standards
• ISO 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