3rd Shift- Weld Maintenance Technician

Posted on Oct 7, 2024 by Ventra Group
Grand Rapids, MI
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Scope of the Position:

The Weld Maintenance Technician is in charge of run welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement. This is a 3rd Shift position from 10pm - 6:30am. starting pay at $32.50/hr + $0.75 shift premium.

Responsibilities:

Modify and maintain welding applications using Fanuc & Nachi Robotic Welding

Modify and Maintain (PLC AB) backups for welding equipment

Modify and maintain weld schedules, setup/changeover, setup parameters for MIG welder, Spot and projection welding applications.

Modify weld fixtures setup to improve or correct welds/components position as per drawing specifications.

Support Production and Maintenance departments in troubleshooting and repair of the welding equipment.

Identify and implement continous improvement projects for increasing plant efficiency and cost reductions.

Participate in 8D Discipline Report to implement process or product corrective and/or preventive actions

Update welding PFMEA for various products as requested

Validate and maintain records of welding control parameters

Assist in training and methods for welding operations

Optimize the performance of welding consumables

Support plant quality system

This job description is not all inclusive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications:

Community college/technician school diploma in Welding Engineering Technology, certified Weld Technician from a recognized body or at least four (4) years related work experience in a welding manufacturing environment

PLC Programming using Allen Bradley Preferred, but not required.

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)

Welding Standards

Leadership

Basic skills in full Microsoft Office software

Ability to follow guidelines

Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail

Strong analytical ability

Interpersonal skills are required

Troubleshooting ability is required

Strong decision making and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated good internal customer service skills

Working Conditions

Physical ability up to lift min of 50lbs

Manual dexterity required to use on tools and equipment required

Overtime as required

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement

• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Reference: 200052764

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3rd Shift- Weld Maintenance Technician

Posted on Oct 7, 2024 by Ventra Group

Grand Rapids, MI
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Scope of the Position:

The Weld Maintenance Technician is in charge of run welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement. This is a 3rd Shift position from 10pm - 6:30am. starting pay at $32.50/hr + $0.75 shift premium.

Responsibilities:

Modify and maintain welding applications using Fanuc & Nachi Robotic Welding

Modify and Maintain (PLC AB) backups for welding equipment

Modify and maintain weld schedules, setup/changeover, setup parameters for MIG welder, Spot and projection welding applications.

Modify weld fixtures setup to improve or correct welds/components position as per drawing specifications.

Support Production and Maintenance departments in troubleshooting and repair of the welding equipment.

Identify and implement continous improvement projects for increasing plant efficiency and cost reductions.

Participate in 8D Discipline Report to implement process or product corrective and/or preventive actions

Update welding PFMEA for various products as requested

Validate and maintain records of welding control parameters

Assist in training and methods for welding operations

Optimize the performance of welding consumables

Support plant quality system

This job description is not all inclusive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications:

Community college/technician school diploma in Welding Engineering Technology, certified Weld Technician from a recognized body or at least four (4) years related work experience in a welding manufacturing environment

PLC Programming using Allen Bradley Preferred, but not required.

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)

Welding Standards

Leadership

Basic skills in full Microsoft Office software

Ability to follow guidelines

Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail

Strong analytical ability

Interpersonal skills are required

Troubleshooting ability is required

Strong decision making and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated good internal customer service skills

Working Conditions

Physical ability up to lift min of 50lbs

Manual dexterity required to use on tools and equipment required

Overtime as required

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement

• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Reference: 200052764

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