Additive Cell Operator​/Technician

Overview

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations.

Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at

Location: Macomb

Req : 29018

• Set up and operate the weld wire additive manufacturing printer.
• Set up part CAD data and program as required from Manufacturing Engineering, load them into the printer and initiate/monitor/complete the printing cycle.
• Conduct full machine set-ups, loading build plates & sheets, adding wire, tip/machine calibrations, ensuring/maintaining proper print operation, loading and unloading of parts.
• Use a variety of hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and production needs.
• Document actions by completing production work instructions.
• Set up jobs using work instructions and the pre-print checklist.
• Prepping and removing prints from build plates using plasma cutters and torches.
• Attend to machine alarms and diagnose problems that might cause manufacture delay.
• Monitor cells throughout additive process.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Adhere to best shop practices and quality standards.
• Lift or move materials and finished products using overhead cranes / hi-lo.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Develop work skills and knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical publications, industry affiliations, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

• HS Diploma/Equivalent required.
• Additive experience is not required; will train. 1+ years of MIG/TIG welding experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule as required to support print cycles; including overtime and weekends.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, blue prints and schematics.
• Experience with basic hand tools.
• Detail oriented, ability to work independently, and excellent verbal/written communication skills.

• 1+ yrs of manufacturing, welding, additive and or machining
• Quality Control and Continuous Improvement (Lean) Methodologies

The physical demands listed are representative of those required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities. Employees frequently stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work from ladders or scaffolds; sitting is occasional. The role requires regularly lifting to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Close vision is required.

The work environment described reflects typical conditions encountered in this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities. Employees are regularly exposed to electrical shock hazards and frequently to moving mechanical parts.

This position will include access to data, technology, and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment with Lincoln Electric is contingent upon either verifying U.S. person status or obtaining any necessary authorizations. Applicants will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal…