Automation TechnicianTechnique, Inc. is looking for an Automation Technician to join our team at our Jackson, Michigan facility. This position reports to the Automation Supervisor in the Automation department.
The role involves using MIG/TIG welding equipment in accordance with internal and customer specifications to weld stainless and carbon steel, supporting the QA team with part layouts and inspection, assisting in the design, development, and implementation of production fixturing, and operating and recovering welding robots for all phases of production.The ideal candidate brings 2 years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment, with a high school diploma or GED and vocational training. Proficiency programming Motoman, Panasonic, and Fanuc robots is essential, along with a strong understanding of GD&T, blueprints, and weld fixture design.
Experience with CAD, SolidWorks, and precision measurement tools is also required.Responsibilities:Set up welders and weld – Set up welders, weld, and troubleshoot basic GTAW and GMAW mild steel joints based on knowledge of weld symbols and materials.Perform 1st piece layouts – Perform 1st piece table layouts to support quality assurance.Program and adjust robotic welders – Change and troubleshoot programs to make offsets on work pieces to ensure good welds.Maintain robotic welders – Set up, calibrate, program, maintain, and troubleshoot robotic welders with feedback from CMM reports.Package parts – Package parts for shipping.Complete documentation – Complete job documentation for all production runs.Requirements:High School Diploma or GED; vocational trainingForklift operator's license preferred2 years of experience welding in a manufacturing environmentAbility to multitask in a fast-paced environmentGood understanding of GD&T and blueprintsProficient programming Motoman, Panasonic, and Fanuc robotsAbility to use CAD and SolidWorksGood teamwork and communication skillsAbility to use precision measurement toolsGood understanding of weld fixture designAbility to frequently lift and/or move items over 50 poundsThis position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the shiftSpecific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusComfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, moving mechanical parts, industrial equipment, vibration, and loud noiseNo travel required for this positionPosition Type and Expected Hours: This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a minimum of 40 hours per week with overtime as needed. Note: days and hours required may vary.About Technique, Inc.: Technique, Inc. is a Michigan-based precision sheet metal and welded assemblies manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, automotive, motorsports, medical, and food processing industries. We specialize in high-speed prototypes, ultra-low volume stampings, tubing, and assemblies for production and emergency-based manufacturing. Our employees enjoy a work culture that values safety, integrity, teamwork, learning opportunities, and results.Technique, Inc. benefits include paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), 401(k), 401(k) matching, professional development, referral program, paid training, on-the-job training, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement.