Welding Technician

KOBELCO ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS LLC; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

KOBELCO ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS LLC is seeking a Weld/Finish Technician in Bowling Green, Kentucky. In this role, you will process forging dies through welding, polishing, and repair, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate will possess a High School diploma along with welding experience. You should be capable of working independently or as part of a team while adhering to safety protocols. The position requires physical endurance to handle various tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred Associate’s degree in Welding Technology or related field.
• Previous welding or tool and die experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair forging dies by welding and hand finishing.
• Document actions and verify process adherence.
• Maintain equipment through preventative maintenance.

Skills

Welding

Tool making and die maintenance

Strong problem-solving skills

Time and resource management

Teamwork and independence

Follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Welding Technology or related field

3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing

Job description

Position Information

• Job Title: Weld/Finish Technician
• Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
• Department: Tooling
• Reports To: Tooling Supervisor
• Position: Night Shift

Position Summary

Processes forging dies through a defined repair and finishing process by means of welding (MIG, TIG, and SMAW), polishing, and fitting; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair forging dies by removing cracks, repairing surface defects, flood welding (MIG, TIG, SMAW), hand finishing, and polishing
• Maintains material integrity of die steel by following defined pre-heat, post-heat, and tempering cycles during die repair
• Hand polishing dies after CNC machining to achieve desired surface finish, while maintaining shapes/contours within the required specifications, using various pneumatic and electric hand tools
• Inspect finished tooling for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects
• Setup, operate, and troubleshoot robotic MIG weld cells
• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify forging dies
• Documents actions and verifies process adherence by completing process documentation
• Maintain sanctity of the workspace through the enforcement of 5s principals
• Maintains safe operations by following safety procedures and regulations
• Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements (PM), troubleshooting minor maintenance issues, and calling for repairs
• Accomplishes departmental goals by taking ownership of welding/polishing process
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills & Competencies

• Welding
• Tool making and die maintenance
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Efficient management of time and resources
• Ability to perform all assigned tasks; ability to work independently or as part of a team; ability to complete work on schedule
• Follow Supervisors/Foreman direction while displaying cooperative and positive behavior with co-workers
• Ability to develop and execute a detailed daily plan based on priorities given
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Abililty to follow instructions

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s degree in Welding Technology or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Previous welding, fabricating, or tool and die experience preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit/stand/walk 12 hrs. per day
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs
• Ability to work in hot/cold environments