Weld Technician

North American Stamping Group•Portland, TN

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Come grow with us…North American Stamping is expanding and looking to hire. We are looking for an experienced Weld Technician to join our team! North American Stamping Group is a privately held company founded in 1978. We continue to explore the most innovative processes and technologies to stay on the leading edge of the automotive industry. Our strategic locations within North America allows us the manufacturing footprint to cover you in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. NASG is an industry leader in the manufacturing of stampings and automated assemblies. A Tier II supplier of components, systems and aftermarket products for the automotive industry with a core business market consisting of seating, ride control, exhaust components, heat shields, noise, vibration and harness (NVH), chassis and structural and window regulators. Your success is our success… Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, while making us one of the largest leading Tier II automotive stamping and assembly suppliers. What you get in return …The most competitive pay in the industry based upon your skill level, along with a full benefits package. GENERAL SUMMARY The automation & weld technician is responsible for the oversite of all weld and automated assembly processes. Ensure that production equipment is maintained in a safe, production ready condition to assure efficient production of quality parts. Implement and execute predictive, proactive and innovative maintenance systems to avoid costly and unscheduled downtime.

Requirements

Required - High School grade 12 or equivalent GED
Ability to demonstrate 5 years work related experience in robot programming
The knowledge of Mig and resistance welding principles
Production resistance and Mig weld controls programming
Automation equipment
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Industrial Millwright Mechanic
Industrial Electrician
Process design
Mechanical Engineering Technician or equivalent
PLC controls -diagnostics as related to process problem solving
Pneumatics & Hydraulics experience
Reference NASG ME-049 for division specific requirements
Proven ability to organize self to manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time.
Strong knowledge of robotics’ and automation, mechanical systems
Strong knowledge of production Mig and resistance welding methods
Trouble shooting and problem resolution in a fast-paced production environment
Problem identification and implementation of robust solutions
Strong electrical background to troubleshoot and repair weld and automation equipment
Strong mechanical ability to troubleshoot and repair weld and automation equipment
Technical skills necessary in the areas of industrial electricity, robotics and weld controls.
Technical skills necessary in mechanical maintenance in hydraulics and pneumatics.
Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, schematic drawings
Working knowledge of welding, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Working knowledge of the Toyota Production System and manufacturing methods
Weld control (Medar) knowledge and experience
Technical skills necessary and the ability to follow OSHA requirements
Ability to work independently and think of creative ways to approach problems.
Make decisions based on data (measurable information) and make sound decisions
Ability to adjust weld fixtures and automation tooling/fixtures to maintain part quality and meet productivity requirements.
Capable of working within tight tolerances
Personal computer knowledge and experience
Safety systems as they relate to automated and weld equipment and guarding
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
strong understanding of elimination of waste
effective time management skills
strong understanding of metal stamped parts and weld, assembly processes
Self-Motivator
Proactive
Strong work ethic
Integrity
Team Player
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in United States and Canada. For Mexico Reference NASG ME-049 for division specific requirements

Nice To Haves

Preferred - Associates degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering / industrial electronics / robotics / electrical controls / automation / metallurgy

Responsibilities

Ensures that production and related equipment is ready to meet customer requirements.
Collaborate with manufacturing operations group to ensure successful launch of new and take over work.
Complete work from project list as assigned by departmental management.
Maintain and repair robotic weld cells, assembly machines, as required
Complete preventative maintenance (PM) activities and maintain the PM schedule for production related equipment.
Ensure maintenance repair requests for automation and weld equipment are being addressed resolved and returned for proper record
Requisition supplies and maintain inventory of spare parts for automation and weld manufacturing processes.
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems on production related equipment.
Use of data and root cause investigative methods to identify and solve production issues and elimination of waste
Weld and automation fixture adjustment to maintain part quality and meet productivity requirements.
Identify and implement innovative ways of improving existing process and equipment performance and reliability
Follow-up projects and tasks after completion to ensure target results are effective and maintained. compile effective and concise visual reports
Works with all departments to ensure required productivity and customer quality are achieved
Work with all employees to continuously improve quality and production.
Participate in team environment to support process improvement activities related to quality and performance
Suggest methods for improvements, i.e., continuous improvement plan.
Work in a safe/productive manner with the ability to maintain quality of welds and parts to expected standards.
Maintain clean work area
Work with outside tradesmen as required.
Available for overtime and flexible hours as required to support customer and production needs
Available for training as required
Reference NASG ME-049 for division specific requirements