Weld Technician I

Challenge Manufacturing; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Spartanburg, SC operates as a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry. The Weld Tech role focuses on setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated welding cells with emphasis on safety, process improvement, and robotics support.

You will mentor trainees, perform PMs on fixtures and cells, and manage cell changes. A high school diploma, licenses, Weld Tech training, and English proficiency are required to succeed in

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently.
• Industrial truck and aerial platform licenses.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Completion of Weld Tech curriculum and trainee period.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures while servicing or maintaining equipment.
• Mentor Weld Technician trainees.
• Perform preventative maintenance on fixtures and cells.
• Run Red Rabbit process and troubleshoot sensor issues.
• Perform weld tip/cap changes and torch maintenance.
• Understand welding processes and fixture adjustments.
• Operate robotic programming points and basic cell resets.

Skills

English proficiency

Welding troubleshooting

Robotics operation

Hand tools use

Job element interpretation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Industrial truck license

Aerial platform license

Weld Tech curriculum completion

Weld Tech trainee program completion

Tools

Gages usage

Teach pendant operation

Flex pendant operation

Job description

Who We Are: Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations.Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success!Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!Who We Want:Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within the production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications.What You’ll Do:Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipmentMentor and support Weld Technician traineesMachine cleaningProficiency and understanding of the use of hand measurement toolsUnderstanding of how to use a MultimeterPerform weld tip/cap changes and weld gun maintenancePerform change over process of stationary welders, change out cells, automated cellsPerform preventative maintenance on fixtures and cells including proper lubrication of componentsAble to run Red Rabbit process and troubleshoot issues if a failure occurs (i.e., properly adjust sensors or switches)Basic understanding of weld fixture adjustment processUnderstanding of types, uses, replacement and setup of common sensorsBasic welding technology troubleshooting (i.e., resistance spot welding applications, weld tip inspection, tip force, shunt cable inspection/replacement, etc.), GMAW component knowledge and troubleshooting (i.e., nozzle, tip, diffuser inspection, inspection/replacement of gooseneck, welding torch, etc.)Plex utilization (Documentation, locate parts and components in Plex directory, work orders, find set-up documentation, down time codes)Basic welding (theory and experience, resistance welding, projection welding, GMAW welding, acetylene torch usageBasic knowledge of dispense systems (i.e., changing barrels properly, visual inspection of system), replacement of nozzles, fittings or components)Nut feeder operational understanding and when needed adjustment (i.e., inspection for proper level of nuts, spear alignment, clearing a jam condition)Basic cell resets (i.e., Homing cell, robot, and tooling)Touching up of robotic programmed points within a programWhen and Where:This will be a 2nd Shift / 1:00PM - 9:00 PM M-F position located at our Plant in Spartanburg, SC.What You Need to Have:High School Graduate or equivalentAbility to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.Industrial truck and aerial platform licensesExcellent verbal communication skillsExperience with Microsoft applications (i.e., word, excel, outlook, etc.)Successful completion of Weld Tech curriculum with passing grade (including external candidates)Successful completion of Weld Tech trainee period (excluding external candidates)Weld Tech trainees must successfully complete a probationary period and corresponding qualification cardHas high standards of performance for self. Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes. Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work.Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress. Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts.Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships.Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow. Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers.Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities. Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively.Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity.Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge.Updates and relays pertinent information to oncoming shiftIs at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely.Ability to read and interpret job element sheetsAbility to navigate teach pendant or flex pendantAbility to manually manipulate a robot or external axesAbility to use a variety of gages (functional, go/no go) requiredAbility to use hand tools properlyUse of hand measuring tools (volt meters, micrometers, calipers, tape measures)Ability to practice and follow Challenge’s safety policy and proceduresAbility to locate and troubleshoot the root cause of issuesUnderstanding of welding processesAbility to lift/move material weighing up to 50 poundsAbility to work as a contributing member within team environment