Robotic Welding Operator - 1st shift

Robotic Welding OperatorThe Robotic Welding Operator programs, sets-up and operates the robotic welding machine, maintaining optimal productivity levels while meeting company standards of quality.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.Programs and operates the robotic welding machine in order to weld steel parts/steel structureReviews blueprints, materials, and production plans prior to machining. Translates blueprints and drawings into dimensions and enters information in the machine for productionProvides quality welds in accordance to AWS D1.1 weld codeCompletes any documentation needed associated to the procedurePerforms basic preventative maintenance and other repairs on the machineKeeps management informed on any open issues to ensure coverage of projects and a seamless shift transitionImplement best practices related to robot programming and machine operationReviews programs and program cycle timesWorks with engineering to develop new and/or improve processesOperates crane to move materialPerforms grinding as needed to clean partsPerforms a visual inspection on weldsQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma, GED or equivalentQuality and preventative maintenance experience preferredPrevious machine operating experience requiredPrevious CNC operator experience highly recommendedOther skillsBasic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprintsAbility to read, understand and interpret manufacturing documents, including blueprint reading and welding symbolsExperience working with tape measure, calipers, square, protractors, fillet gage etc.Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement practices and procedures (preferably Lean Manufacturing and 6S)Previous OSHA safety training and strong safety aptitudeAbility to work well with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiencesLanguage SkillsAbility to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, production schedules, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees of the organization.Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, common fractions and decimals.Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instruction provided in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls.

The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach above shoulders; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Requires the use of hearing and eye protection when in the plant.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position works in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. Personal protection equipment required.