Welding Weld Technician

Royal Oak · On-site

About this role

Summary

The Weld Technician is in charge of run welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement

 

Core Competencies 

  • Customer Focus
  • Communication
  • Energy and Stress 
  • Team Work            
  • Problem Solving   
  • Accountability and Dependability
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Analytical


Job Duties

  • Create, modify and maintain Welding Applications using Panasonic, Fanuc, ABB & Nachi Robotic Welding
  • Create, modify and maintain PLC AB & Omron backups for welding equipment
  • Modify Weld Schedules/ Setup Parameters for MIG, Spot & Projection Welding Applications
  • Modify Weld Fixtures Setup to improve or correct welds/ components position as per drawing specifications
  • Create & maintain Weld Schedules, Setup/ Changeover and Operator Instructions
  • Create and maintain Poke Yoke Systems in Welding Area
  • Support Production & Maintenance to troubleshoot and repair the Welding Equipment
  • Identify & Implement Continuous Improvement Projects for increasing Plant Efficiency and Cost Reductions
  • Participate in 8D Discipline Report to implement Process or Product Corrective and/or Preventive Actions
  • Create and update Welding PFMEA for various products
  • Participate in new welding equipment selection and suggest new welding equipment
  • Analyze and make proposals for improvements to the performance indicators that apply to the welding process
  • Validate and maintain records of welding control parameters
  • Assist in training and methods for welding operations
  • Optimize the performance of welding consumables
  • Support Plant Quality System
  • Active participation in the implementation & development of Environmental Quality Systems
  • Participate in commissioning new welding equipment


Requirements

  • Community College Diploma in Welding Engineering Technology or
  • Certified Weld Technician from a recognized body or
  • 4 years related work experience in a welding manufacturing environment
  • PLC Programming experience using Allen Bradley or Omron PLC
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • ISO 14000 system.
  • Welding Standards
  • ISO TS 16949 system
  • Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • Ability to follow guidelines
  • Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
  • Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Interpersonal skills are required
  • Troubleshooting ability is required
  • Strong decision making and problem solving skills
  • Demonstrated good internal customer service skills
  • Proven good presentation skills

Company at a glance

Starting with aftermarket parts in 1956 and moving into O.E. in 1968, Flex-N-Gate produces the highest quality products and systems for the automotive industry. With our extensive plastics, metals and mechanical assemblies experience, we persistently strive for continuous improvement and on-time delivery of defect-free products.

We provide our customers a comprehensive solution using our collective resources of product engineering, project management, testing, stamping, welding, molding, painting, plating, assembly and shipping.

Team Size10,001+ employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryAutomotive
Location
Royal Oak, Michigan, United States

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