Weld Technician Job Royal Oak area,Michigan USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Weld Technician

This position is responsible for technical, mechanical, pneumatic and electrical support, troubleshooting and repair of all plant welding and assembly equipment.

Principle

Duties & Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:

Installing, repairing, servicing machinery and equipment support systems
Identifying and trouble-shooting production problems
Maintaining production lines and performing predictive and preventive maintenance.
Supporting daily production addressing downtime expediently resetting faults replacing sensors, cords, caps, shunts, etc… in a timely manner.
Assuring all automatic nut/stud feeders are stocked verifying correct part # and free of debris before filling machine.
Assuring all sealer/adhesive is working properly, purged as required and replaced when needed.
Comply with good manufacturing practices along with all safety policies and procedures
Comply with all quality system procedures, assure red rabbits are ran and recorded each shift, properly communicate any abnormal event if required to appropriate personnel.
Ability to understand, record, and communicate system problems and solutions.
Demonstrate good attendance with the ability to work extended hours, weekends and holidays.
Any other duties as assigned by managers, supervisor and/or leaders to ensure the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of products, processes and work.

Required Skills, Knowledge, Abilities / Education & Experience

Must be able to work in environment with welding fumes from robots.

Industrial equipment electrical troubleshooting and installation

A sound understanding of welding fundamentals and theory.

Robot programming and troubleshooting of the following equipment: FANUC and/or ABB, MOTOMAN, NACHI, KUKA

Demonstrate good problem solving skills

Able to understand and troubleshoot basic electrical components and schematics

Can troubleshoot, repair, and install hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems

Can troubleshoot, repair and program resistance and MIG welding equipment

Perform basic machining

Perform required preventive maintenance checks & related data assuring any related documentation is filled out properly

Complete required logs and repair documentation assuring is legible and accurate

Knowledge of safety lockout

Work independently

Execute all job responsibilities in accordance with quality system requirements.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs., twist, bend, squat, climb, stand and walk continuously in close, confined surroundings.

Related work experience – minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing welding maintenance.

Minimum education – H.S. diploma or GED

Must be able to work mandatory OT as required 6-7 days per week

What we offer:

Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say? "It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities." "Lots of growth opportunity." "The company's young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable." Not just a job—a great place to work! Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.