Responsibilities
- Support and lead projects in the welding fabrication processes using the latest industry techniques to ensure processes are safe, efficient, and effective. Use concepts that incorporate Lean, 5-S and flow line concepts.
- Perform hands-on welding procedure development using procedure testing practices, visual, NDT, and destructive testing methods.
- Provide written welding procedure specifications and documents, including WPS, quality control documents, and work instructions.
- Perform set-up and programming of Automated welding process equipment including robotic welders. Ability to learn Cloos and Fanuc controller programming and functionality.
- Updating files and programs that support manufacturing processes because of design engineering changes, including routings, BOM’s, prints and machine programs.
- Actively lead teams in problem solving to drive results and improvements using structural team problem solving techniques such as A3 and Four-Step Problem Solving.
- Lead in the investigation and implementation of new welding technology / CapEX Projects to improve cost and efficiency of producing products.
- Assist in the day-to-day resolution of problems arising on the production floor.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, most notably, internal customers and suppliers.
- Demonstrate commitment to meeting and supporting departmental, divisional, and company goals/objectives/strategies
- Demonstrate proficient report preparation, presentation, and listening skills.
- Demonstrate a high regard for people by treating them with dignity, respect, fairness and consistency.
- Set a good example of behavior, attitude and teamwork both within and between departments.
- Adapt to changes; shows commitment to change and continuous improvement
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in Welding, Welding Technology, or other related Engineering field with a demonstrated experience in the core competencies of Welding Fabrication of 3 years or more.
- 3+ years of demonstrated experience in the core competencies of Welding Fabrication.
- Advanced knowledge of industry welding processes including GMAW, GTAW, RSW and Stud Welding.
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprint and CAD drawings including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T).
- Familiarity with Robotic programming and its application with welding and fabrication processes.
- Technical knowledge of welding processes, equipment and/or support services and other relevant manufacturing activities.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, to clearly present ideas in a variety of forums.
- Familiarity with Tool Design and Tool Building, and its application with welding and fabrication processes.
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles and demonstrated implementation of the lean principles & key performance indicators.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel to analyze operational metrics.
- Knowledgeable with Roboplan programming software.
- Understanding of CAD design software.
Work Arrangement
On-site
Additional Information
- Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site
- Travel: Infrequently required to travel and work extended hours when necessary. May be required to travel overnight and internationally.
- Major Physical Demands: Sitting - Continuously required to remain in a stationary position and perform desk-based tasks.
- Major Physical Demands: Walking - Occasionally required to walk moderate distances.
- Major Physical Demands: Manual Dexterity - Infrequently required to use hand-eye coordination to control both hands and arms for a full range of motion to operate equipment/machinery/power tools/office productivity equipment.
- Major Physical Demands: Ascending / Descending - Occasionally ascending or descending ladders/stairs/scaffolding/ramps/poles.
- Major Physical Demands: Observation / Eyesight - infrequently required to observe details at close range, including depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to differentiate between colors.
- Major Physical Demands: Communication - Continuously required to talk and hear, in person and by phone/conference calls
- Environmental & Hazardous Conditions: Continuously working indoors/outdoors in an air-conditioned/non-air-conditioned office/manufacturing/site-based environment
- Environmental & Hazardous Conditions: Occasionally exposure to fumes/vapors/dust/gases/odors/mist/toxic chemicals/radiation/vibration/grease/oils/radiation/lasers/other etc.
- Environmental & Hazardous Conditions: Occasionally exposed to low/moderate/high noise levels including machinery/vehicles/forklifts/office equipment/office traffic etc.
- Environmental & Hazardous Conditions: Occasionally working around energized equipment with the risk of electrocution/scalding/burns/other etc.
- Environmental & Hazardous Conditions: Infrequently exposed to wet humid/outdoor weather/extreme cold (non-weather)/extreme heat (non-weather) conditions/other etc.
- Environmental & Hazardous Conditions: Infrequently working with machinery with moving parts/vehicles/forklifts/heavy machinery/sharp objects/other etc.
