POSITION PURPOSE

Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within the production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications

RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment
• Machine cleaning
• Proficiency and understanding of the use of hand measurement tools
• Perform weld tip/cap changes and weld gun maintenance
• Perform change over process of stationary welders, change out cells, automated cells
• Perform preventative maintenance on fixtures and cells including proper lubrication of components
• Able to run Red Rabbit process and troubleshoot issues if a failure occurs (i.e., properly adjust sensors or switches)
• Basic understanding of weld fixture adjustment process
• Understanding of types/uses/replacement and setup of common sensors
• Basic welding technology troubleshooting (i.e., resistance spot welding applications, weld tip inspection, tip force, shunt cable inspection/replacement, etc.), GMAW component knowledge and troubleshooting (i.e., nozzle, tip, diffuser inspection, inspection/replacement of gooseneck, welding torch, etc.)
• Plex utilization (Documentation, locate parts and components in Plex directory, work orders, find set-up documentation, down time codes)
• Basic knowledge of dispense systems (i.e., changing barrels properly, visual inspection of system), replacement of nozzles, fittings or components)
• Nut feeder operational understanding and when needed adjustment (i.e., inspection for proper level of nuts, spear alignment, clearing a jam condition)
• Basic cell resets (i.e., Homing cell, robot, and tooling)
• Touching up of robotic programmed points within a program

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to read and interpret job element sheets
• Ability to navigate teach pendant or flex pendant
• Ability to manually manipulate a robot or external axes
• Ability to use hand tools properly
• Use of hand measuring tools (volt meters, micrometers, calipers, tape measures)
• Ability to practice and follow Challenge’s safety policy and procedures
• Ability to locate and troubleshoot the root cause of issues
• Understanding of welding processes
• Ability to lift/move material weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work as a contributing member within team environment

BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS

• Has high standards of performance for self.  Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.  Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work.
• Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress.  Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts.
• Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships.
• Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow.  Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers.
• Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities.  Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively.
• Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity.
• Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge.
• Updates and relays pertinent information to oncoming shift
• Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely.
• Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal workplace instructions
• Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITY

This position has no supervisor responsibility.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent exposure to noise, fumes, dirt, heat, sparks, and smoke
• May also be exposed to water, vibration, dust, grease, and oil
• Exposure to high and low voltage components and systems
• Frequently walks, bends, twists, turns, and lifts while performing functions of position
• Moderate-sized equipment used around work area
• Possible cuts, scrapes, burns or bruises
• Eye protection required; hearing protection required; cut resistant arm guards required; cut resistant gloves required
• Frequently entering weld cells with high-speed heavy equipment
• Frequent exposure to pinch points, rotating equipment

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Industrial truck and aerial platform licenses
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., word, excel, outlook, etc.)
• Successful completion of Weld Tech curriculum with passing grade (including external candidates)
• Successful completion of Weld Tech trainee period (excluding external candidates)
• Weld Tech trainees must successfully complete a probationary period and corresponding qualification card

Experience

Internal Candidates

• 1 year minimum of work experience as a Weld Operator

External Candidates

• 2 year minimum experience with automated welding applications

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience

• 2 year technical degree preferred
• Experience with ABB and Fanuc robots
• PC and keyboard/mouse skills

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without written notice.