Additive Cell Operator/Technician

Lincoln Electric•Macomb Township, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries.

Requirements

HS Diploma/Equivalent required.
Additive experience is not required; will train.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule as required to support print cycles; including overtime and weekends.
Able to read and interpret drawings, blue prints and schematics.
Experience with basic hand tools.
Detail oriented, ability to work independently, and excellent verbal/written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of MIG/TIG welding experience preferred.
1+ yrs of manufacturing, welding, additive and or machining
Quality Control and Continuous Improvement (Lean) Methodologies

Responsibilities

Set up and operate the weld wire additive manufacturing printer.
Will need to set-up part cad data and program as required from Manufacturing Engineering, load them into the printer and initiate/monitor/complete the printing cycle.
Conduct full machine set-ups, loading build plates & sheets, adding wire, tip/machine calibrations insuring/maintaining proper print operation, loading and unloading of parts.
Use a variety of hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and production needs.
Document actions by completing production work instructions.
Set up jobs using work instructions and the pre-print checklist
Prepping and removing prints from build plates using plasma cutters and torches
Attend to machine alarms and diagnose problems that might cause manufacture delay
Monitor cells throughout additive process
Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
Adhere to best shop practices and quality standards
Lift or move materials and finished products using overhead cranes / hi-lo
Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Develop work skills and knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical publications, industry affiliations, etc.
Other duties as assigned.