Robotic Welder Operator

Description

• Uses tape measures, squares, protractors, rulers, and other measuring tools to lay-out, position and align accessories and subassemblies in preparation for the robotic welding process.
• Prepares joints and applies weds as per applicable WPS and fabrication shop drawings.
• Uses/Operates hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as welding machine power sources, wire feeders, welding guns, air carbon arc gouging, oxy-fuel equipment, plasma cutters, angle grinders, needle guns, plate clamps, etc.
• Marks or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks.
• Inspects weld applied in the robotic process and applies all required welds the robot couldn’t apply.
• Care Guides to help employees navigate the complex healthcare system
• Follows all setup procedures and work instructions as documented in the Operations System.
• Uses the proper sequence of operations to execute assembly and welding of the parts as effective as possible, also to maintain/obtain the required geometry and to prevent distortion of weldments; when needed, uses jacks, turnbuckles, wedges and other tools to correct distortions.
• Completes work as directed by plant management.
• Interprets engineering shop fabrication drawings, fabrication standards, sketches and other specifications to plan layout, assembly and welding operations.
• Visually inspects welds to ensure compliance with shop fabrication drawing and acceptance criteria in applicable welding codes.
• Loads and offloads the robotic welding cell.
• Accurately updates all records and visual tracking, whether written or electronic.
• Follows all plant safety procedures and uses all applicable personal protective equipment (PPE). Holds other team members accountable for following all safety procedures, environmental control, process control and quality control practices.
• Cleans and resets work area at the end of each shift, including but not limited to sweeping the floor, placing items in the proper storage area, stacking pallets, restocking packaging, and dumping trash.
• Reports all machinery issues to Maintenance promptly.
• Inspects subassemblies and accessories visually and dimensionally to verify these meet the required specifications.
• Lift or move materials and finished products, manually or with hoists or cranes.
• Cleans welds and adjacent areas removing spatter, slag, silicon islands as per welding code, applicable standards and customer specifications.

Requirements

• Regular activities: standing, walking, talking, hearing, and performing tasks requiring fine motor skills (e.g., reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and bending).
• Welder Qualification (will need to pass a qualification test as per AWS D1.1 for unlimited thickness in the 2G position).
• High School diploma
• Can Do – Team Player, Open to Change, & Pursuing continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Certified Robotic Arc Welder Operator
• Cross-trains as directed and is willing to work at any production position in the plant, on a as needed basis.
• 2 Years of welding experience
• Occasional activities: sitting, climbing, crawling, and lifting items weighing up to 35-55 lbs.
• Ability to interpret welding symbols.
• Ability to learn production operations.
• Ability to operate assigned task and cross-train in at least two additional work tasks.
• Ability to use/read common measuring tools in the welding trade such as tape measures, squares, protractors, fillet weld gauges, v-wac gauges, cam-bridge gauges, do basic mathematical calculations, and use a calculator.
• Current Certification on Crane and Forklift (if applicable)
• Exhibits a continuous improvement mindset with ability to verbalize ideas for process and workflow improvements.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program providing Confidential Emotional Support, Work and Lifestyle Support, Legal Guidance, Financial Resources and Digital Support
• Long-Term Disability – 100% employer paid
• Short-Term Disability
• SHINE program – Employee Financial Assistance and Dependent Scholarships!
• Life insurance – 1.5x annual salary – 100% employer paid
• Wellness Program – earn up to $1,200 annually when enrolling in a medical plan!
• Performance based merit increases
• Holiday pay
• Profit-Sharing bonus or own it bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Education assistance available – Up to $5,250 each year
• Medical – 100% employer-paid coverage available
• 401K Match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance