2nd Shift Robotic Welder A

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

Required to operate a robot, perform all position welding and operate all hand and air tools as needed.  Operate material handling equipment when necessary, perform daily and routine maintenance, replenish parts via Kan Baan and visual trigger.  Maintain 5s improvements, CI improvement, safety, quality, efficiency.  Learn numerous weld processes on multiple jobs. 

THE COMPENSATION: $29.13/Hour $2 Shift Differential

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate welding robot per authorized instruction.
• Verify robotic welds are located and sized per print specification.
• Operate weld equipment as directed by Supervisor.
• Perform all position and types of welding including certified.
• Record robotic downtime, labor and job data accurately.
• Maintain quality, safety and efficiency.
• Maintain clean and neat work area.
• Perform other jobs within the department or plant as required by supervision. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.  Equivalent of one year acceptable welding experience, one year of technical college, Company welding course, or equivalent training.  Must have held “A” Welder position for 75 days minimum.  Must have passed welder certification test and have stamp.  Successfully pass the internal robot training course. 

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial.  Equivalent of one year acceptable welding experience preferred or satisfactorily completing the Company welding course.

SKILLS:

A good command of the English language is required, both written and spoken.  Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.  Possess the ability to set up and operate welding machines.  Ability to read and understand prints, bills of material, ARI and safety notices.  Responsible and accountable for completing all job and safety-related checklists.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to physically perform essential functions of the job.  Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and frequently up to 50 lbs.  Typically requires standing on a regular basis and walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching and handling occasionally.  Specific vision requirements include depth perception and peripheral vision. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Regularly exposed to noise, odors, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, drafts, vibration and electricity.  Typically requires the use of welders, hand tools, hoists, cranes, saws, all air tools, grinders, die grinders, orbiters, and drill presses.  Hearing protection, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes with metatarsal protection, face shield or goggles, welding helmet and gloves are required.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and competencies required of this position.  Employees are held accountable for all aspects for the job, which are subject to change at any time.