Weld Tech

Adient•Battle Creek, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for monitoring and adjusting automated welding processes to meet product specifications. The Weld Tech will perform fixture adjustments, modify weld programs, and troubleshoot equipment issues in collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams. They will also respond to quality control findings, support repair processes, and engage in project/development work as assigned. Training and adherence to safety and environmental standards are also key aspects of this position. The employee is expected to perform other duties as necessary for the effective operation of the department.

Requirements

ASWE/WET preferred but will consider definitive experience with automated welding processes
BSWE/WET will be considered if experience level is less
Experience in a High Volume Automotive Manufacturing environment is a plus
Equipment troubleshooting, weld fixture adjustments and weld programming are daily activities
Must be able to use simple hand tools effectively
Need basic understanding of 2D dimensional product prints
Basic computer skills
The ability to be able to distinguish between a good a bad weld visually
Able to work from Monday through Friday from 1:45 pm - 9:45 pm

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of GD&T is preferred

Responsibilities

Process monitoring and data recording
Fixture adjustments required to meet product dimensional targets
Weld program changes as required to maintain acceptable level up of weld performance
Interact with other engineering support and maintenance to react to unscheduled equipment issues (i.e., breakdowns) and perform necessary diagnostics and repairs
Reaction to discovery from C.C.T. lab results and quality department audits of process capability deviations
Support of non-automated repair processes (i.e., off-line weld repair processes)
Project/Development work as assigned
PM completion as assigned
Complete all required and applicable training required by Adient and its customers
Adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental Standards