Weld Technician 2nd Shift at Magna International, Inc. in Brighton, Michigan

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

• Minimum of 2 year of Fanuc robotics production support using a FANUC teach pendant
• Robotic MIG, spot, and material handling experience preferred.
• Fronius and BOSCH robotic welding background preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to use a voltage meter.
• Background with robotic dress packs preferred.
• Background in troubleshooting welding issues with a robotic MIG welder.
• Background in troubleshooting welding issues with a robotic SPOT welder.
• Experience with robotic adhesive and sealer programming preferred.
• Background in projection welding preferred.
• Background in stud welding preferred.
• Able to demonstrate understanding of how job performance affects product quality and customer satisfaction
• Experience on the cut & etch processes an asset.
• Must have experience in, and practices the 5S methodology
• Proven ability to interact well with co-workers and promote the "Team" attitude.
• Ability to understand, anticipate and follow direction while exercising maturity of judgement.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and with a variable workload
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime in a fast-paced environment in order to meet customer requirements
• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from all interested parties
• Able to calculate figures and amounts, such as percentages and proportions
• Able to maintain confidentiality and use discretion and tact
• Time management skills to include prioritizing and meeting deadlines with limited direct supervision
• Capable in necessary computer use and computer software to perform job

• Service, maintain, repair, install and test new or existing equipment and verify conformance to specifications. (Robot/Welding/Fixtures)
• Complete repairs, modifications and installations as required.
• Provide plant support in troubleshooting of process problems including root cause and completes quality improvements as required to maintain part standards of quality. Establish cross functional team for reliability issues
• Deal extensively with production team and other support groups as well as vendors (both parts suppliers and equipment suppliers).
• Department support for testing, repairing and calibrating electric or electronic components. Validates reliability issues with components and investigates repeat component failures.
• Enter all breakdown details into the Maintenance PM database by end of shift
• Carries out preventative maintenance procedures as laid out by CBAM and the manufacturer's specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities; repairs and systems improvements (optimization). Documents improvements and analysis data, ensure swift and effective implementation.
• Analyse, record and chart documentation required for maintenance records and projects. Establishes benchmarks and shares improvement opportunities with department Shift Leader.
• Establish and follow-up full project implementation including timing, concept, feasibility, design, specifications, construction and commissioning.
• Prepare drawings, material specifications to requisition as required by vendors or other departments.
• Assist in developing and maintaining preventative/predictive maintenance procedures.
• Support or conduct training for and implementation of cross-functional repairs to equipment that includes electrical, mechanical, tooling etc. provided that it can be done safely.
• Takes part in the continuous improvement process to improve productivity and quality (provides suggestions at team meetings, understands losses and gives ideas/solutions, participates in trials/experiments, volunteers on committee or focus group…