Weld Technician, 3rd Shift

Tate; Red Lion (York County); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision

401k benefits

Career advancement

Zusammenfassung

Tate Americas, part of Kingspan Data Solutions, is hiring a Weld Technician to maintain and optimize robotic resistance welding systems in our Red Lion, PA facility. You will work with Production, Quality, Engineering and Maintenance to ensure safe, reliable operation and high weld quality.

Join a growing team focused on reliability, continuous improvement and operational excellence, with opportunities to advance as we expand our manufacturing capabilities.

Qualifikationen

• Associate degree or technical diploma in related field.
• 1–3 years' experience with automated manufacturing equipment, robotics or welding in production.
• Knowledge of resistance spot welding principles.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, motors, drives, sensors, relays, and control circuits.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and robotic schematics.
• Experience with FANUC or Motoman/Yaskawa robotics preferred.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing, TPM, or OEE.

Aufgaben

• Own performance of robotic resistance welding equipment and processes.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain welding systems to support production.
• Monitor weld parameters to ensure quality and stability.
• Perform inspections and replacements of electrodes and tooling.
• Support startups, changeovers, and production recovery.
• Diagnose defects and implement corrective actions to reduce scrap.
• Troubleshoot robotic systems and automation controls.
• Document maintenance actions and recurring issues.
• Maintain compliance with safety and quality policies.

Kenntnisse

Industrial Maintenance

Automation

Robotics

Welding Tech

PLC Troubleshooting

Schematic Reading

Lean TPM OEE

Cross-functional Collab

Certifications

Ausbildung

Associate degree or technical diploma

Tools

FANUC

Motoman/Yaskawa

Industrial control systems

Jobbeschreibung

About Us

Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies.

With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

Job Type: Full-time, Non - Exempt

Duration of role: Permanent

Number of Position: 2

Location: Red Lion, PA (plant 1)

About Us

Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies.

With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

About The Role

The Weld Technician supports automated resistance welding operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing robotic welding systems and associated production equipment within manufacturing operations. The role is responsible for executing equipment maintenance, process verification, fault diagnostics, and cross-functional problem resolution while partnering with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to achieve production objectives. Success in this role results in improved equipment reliability, weld quality, production throughput, operational safety, and overall manufacturing performance

What You’ll Do

• Own technical performance of robotic resistance welding equipment and processes.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain welding systems supporting production schedules.
• Monitor weld parameters to maintain quality standards and process stability.
• Perform electrode, tooling, and wear component inspections and replacements.
• Support equipment startups, changeovers, shutdowns, and production recovery activities.
• Assess weld defects and implement corrective actions to reduce scrap.
• Troubleshoot robotic systems, automation controls, sensors, and material handling equipment.
• Perform robot fault recovery, mastering, teach-point verification, and adjustments.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality on process validation activities.
• Coordinate with Production teams to restore uptime during equipment failures.
• Monitor cell performance metrics including throughput, downtime, and OEE.
• Identify automation improvement opportunities supporting productivity and capacity goals.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and process-related equipment failures.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability performance.
• Interpret technical schematics for efficient troubleshooting and repair decisions.
• Document corrective actions, maintenance findings, and recurring equipment issues.
• Recommend process improvements supporting quality, safety, and cost objectives.
• Maintain compliance with LOTO procedures, SOPs, and quality requirements.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You’ll Bring

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Industrial Maintenance, Automation, Mechatronics, Robotics, Welding Technology, or related field.
• One to three years of experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, or welding systems in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of resistance spot welding principles, weld schedules, and weld quality fundamentals.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, motors, drives, sensors, relays, contactors, and control circuits.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and robotic schematics.
• Experience with industrial robotic platforms including FANUC, Motoman/Yaskawa, or equivalent systems preferred.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices, root cause analysis, and equipment reliability principles.
• Understanding of quality systems, manufacturing work instructions, and standardized operating procedures.
• Experience utilizing continuous improvement methodologies including Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or OEE improvement initiatives preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with manufacturing documentation, production reporting, and maintenance record systems.
• Industrial Maintenance, Automation, Robotics, AWS, or equivalent technical certifications preferred.

What You’ll Get

• Career Scope and Advancement:As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of WellnessPhilosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility:ThroughPlanet Passionatewe are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development:Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development:At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy; we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additional mentorship for the future.
• Culture:We have a great team of culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social skills. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

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Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.