ADVANCED ASSEMBLY PRODUCTS, INC & AFFILIATES is great place to work, and we are looking for Top Talent to join Our Team!

Established in 1993, ADVANCED ASSEMBLY PRODUCTS, INC, and its affiliate companies, GLOBAL ADVANCED PRODUCTS, LLC and EMERGING ADVANCED PRODUCTS, LLC supply OEMs and Tier One automotive suppliers with high quality metal stampings, weldments, and mechanical assemblies.

ADVANCED ASSEMBLY PRODUCTS, INC is an American manufacturer supplying value added products to the global marketplace on a competitive scale.

We are currently seeking dynamic candidates for the position of:

CORPORATE CONTROLS / WELD TECHNICIAN

Emerging Advanced Products, LLC is a 182,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility for body structures & assemblies, modular assemblies - FEM, seating structure & components, powertrain & fuel systems, thermal heat shields.

MISSION
To create new value, excite and delight our customers through the best automotive products and services. We value integrity, customer focus, creativity, with efficient and nimble actions and respect highly motivated people with team spirit.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing routine and preventive maintenance, setup and troubleshoot of robotic and mechanical welding and assembly issues. Applies knowledge in electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and hydraulics to install, program, troubleshot, repair, maintain and modify robotic electrical components, circuitry, control systems, and machinery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform weld set-ups for robotic welders and resistance welders.
• Troubleshoot to determine robot malfunctions using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, circuit analysis, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Troubleshoot all operator and machine concerns.
• Provide technical training as required to machine operators.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement necessary changes.
• Responsible for ensuring all equipment is safe and always fit for operation.
• Maintain records for preventative maintenance and process changes / adjustments.
• Manage spare parts and perishable tooling inventory for department.
• Work on AC and DC systems up to 480 volts. Perform facility maintenance as required.
• Abide by all safety protocols, including all required MIOSHA LO/TO and machine guarding standards.
• Assist with root cause analysis and other problem-solving methods utilized to address internal and external concerns.
• Maintain clean and orderly work environment by participating in daily housekeeping duties.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Working knowledge of robotic and PLC controls including reading and programming a must.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer the candidate have a minimum of an associate degree in Robotics Technology, Automation Technology or Weld Technician Certificate.
• Candidates with a Welding Technician Certificate will be considered.
• A minimum of 3 years of real-world applications in an automotive welding, assembly, stamping environment is preferred.
• Plex experience helpful.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years
• 5 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Welding: 3 years (Required)
• PLC Controls: 3 years (Required)
• Plex: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Van Buren, MI 48111 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Van Buren, MI 48111: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person