Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS:
- Demonstrate proficiency while troubleshooting automated welding cells to effect permanent change in order to eliminate cell downtime.
- Document and record all improvements and changes within the process in an ERP system.
- Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.
- Mentor Auto and Weld Technicians.
- Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of weld technician.
- Prioritize tasks within the facility relating to weld troubleshooting, set-up coordinated with production.
- Demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting using prints, multimeters, amp meters, etc.
- Perform, train and critique equipment preventative maintenance.
- Plex utilization (downtime codes, note entry, documentation, locating part listings/prints, etc.).
- Troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel).
- Wiring harnesses.
- Drive systems.
- Relays.
- Boards.
- Motors.
- Make proper connections of the following communication protocols: fiber optics, Ethernet, DeviceNet.
- Modify and perform basic programming of robots in all robotic applications such as ABB and Fanuc.
- Advanced weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, Air over Oil systems, etc.).
- Properly troubleshoot and adjust pneumatic systems.
- Troubleshoot and adjust weld fixtures.
- Basic understanding of hydraulic systems (process, functions, etc.).
- Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications.
- Weld troubleshooting.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Ability to read and interpret job element sheets.
- Ability to interpret and troubleshoot using mechanical and electrical prints.
- Ability to use a variety of gages (functional, go/no go) required.
- Ability to use hand tools properly.
- Ability to use Multimeters, Amp meters.
- Ability to practice and follow safety policy and procedures.
- Ability to locate and troubleshoot the root cause of issues.
- Strong understanding of welding processes.
- Ability to lift/move material weighing up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to work as a contributing member within team environment.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Graduate or equivalent required.
- Certification in Arc Flash training.
- Industrial truck and aerial platform licenses.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., word, excel, outlook, etc.).
- Auto technician trainees must successfully complete a probationary period and corresponding qualification card.
- Minimum 2 years as weld machine operator.
- Minimum two years as Weld Technician.
- Minimum one year on the job training as Auto Technician Trainee.
- Two-year technical degree preferred.