ROBOTIC WELD OPERATOR- 2ND SHIFT

Job Description

Job Title:  Welding Technician- 2nd Shift

Department:  Operations 

Reports To:  Press Supervisor

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

SUMMARY 

Welding Technicians will be responsible for various production-related activities. Job responsibilities include setting up and maintaining welding work cells, proving out welding processes or specifications, materials testing, programming welding automation or robots, troubleshooting welding-related processes, and the investigation of materials and specifications. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain a positive working relationship with Dennen Steel Corporation employees to ensure a cooperative and productive work environment.
• Read and interpret blue prints, route sheets and work sheets and perform welding procedures on fitted assemblies, including frames, frame components and various auto and non-auto parts. 
• Inspects product at defined intervals against designated acceptance criteria as defined in work instructions.
• Understanding and working knowledge of all job-related Quality Objectives, Quality System Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions.
• Monitor welding supplies and follow production KanBan as required
• Operate MIG, TIG, resistance and stick welding machines as required
• Rig, lift, move, mount and demount frames & components into weld positioner or fixtures
• Replace consumable parts on wire feeders and welding guns, provide minor repairs to welding guns.
• Kitting
• Replace welding wire coils/barrels and inert gas cylinders as required
• Troubleshooting robotic welding programs, robotic cell issues. Remove & install robotic weld fixtures. 
• Program and re-teach welding robots.
• Hand weld assemblies as required
• Set-up brake presses
• Fabricate production items as required
• Work independently or in a team setting
• Exercises ingenuity to solve problems without extensive supervision
• Able to perform the job functions under broad supervision
• Meet deadlines and complete processes in time allotted
• Complete each job thoroughly and correctly
• Maintains work area in a clean and safe condition, following 5S standards.

IMPACT ON CUSTOMER QUALITY Failure to perform these activities will likely result in dissatisfaction to the internal/external customer.

• Follow established work instructions and quality standards.
• Responsible for the safety of teammates and product from damage and/or injury.
• Proper first/last piece inspections of parts.
• Perform daily weld tests as required by customer specifications.
• Verify certifications of all handheld inspection devices and gauges.
• Conduct accurate reporting of production into AX system.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

High School completion or GED required.  One year certificate from college or technical school; one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

Forklift License preferred 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Has the ability to write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Utilize basic computer skills, MS Office, and or other Dennen Steel Corp programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Items described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: 

The employee is regularly required to finger, handle, feel and reach; frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear; occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. The employee must follow and utilize all personal protective equipment necessary to perform duties listed above.

Work Environment: 

The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level is usually loud.  All proper PPE must be worn in all manufacturing areas and responsible for maintaining PPE standards.