Welding Technician 1

Pridgeon & Clay•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Welding Technician 1 gains experience and knowledge to become a skilled Welding Technician and provides customers with product in an exemplary manner according to the company quality policies. Qualified candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Required to enroll in the apprenticeship program within 6 months of starting work, to be completed in a 4 year time frame. Upon completion (class work and 8,000 On the Job Learning Hours), apply for the Journeyman's card. Ability to accurately and efficiently modify welding programs for Fanuc systems Ability to troubleshoot automated welding applications Ability to perform preventative maintenance (PM) on weld fixtures, weld cells, and auxiliary equipment Computer Literacy An excellent work record, including attendance. Outstanding Candidates will possess the following Desired Requirements: Previous welding experience in laser, robotic, automatic and semi-automatic welding systems Completion of courses towards Welding Certification or Associates Degree in Welding Technology (Minimum requirements are updated annually to meet the demands of various positions; employees hired prior to the latest revision update may not meet all current requirements.) Essential Functions: Standard Work/Welding Programing: Maintain and follow welding parameters on the Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) with the assistance of the Welding Engineer. Interpret weld cross sections and etching samples and take appropriate corrective action. Verify error proofing according to instructions. Validate process parameters and enter system deviations when applicable. Complete equipment changeovers according to the changeover instructions for weld fixtures, size tools, leak test tools, poke yokes, and all auxiliary equipment. Cross-train on other equipment/departments and processes Preventative Maintenance (PM): Assist the Welding Engineer in data collection for continuous improvement activities. Support Tool Room on preventative maintenance (PM) per the instructions on weld fixture. Perform PM's on weld cells and auxiliary equipment. Provide suggestions to continuously improve the PM schedules. Utilize EAM to document time spent on CM's and PM's. Troubleshooting/Quality: Support "End of Runs", by working with both Tool Room and Machine Operators to identify and address any issues during each run. Troubleshoot automated welding applications. Maintain weld equipment and processes to OSHA, MIOSHA, and Pridgeon & Clay standards. Lean Principles/5S/Safety: Participate in lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events, and identity and eliminate all types of waste. Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area and 5S zone. Organization/Communication/Professionalism: Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives. Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management. Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job. Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations. Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner. Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect. Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate. Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Safety, We Can If...Do What It Takes, and Ownership) daily, through thoughts and actions. In return, Pridgeon and Clay will provide: A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement. A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events A positive work/life balance An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Required to enroll in the apprenticeship program within 6 months of starting work, to be completed in a 4 year time frame.
Upon completion (class work and 8,000 On the Job Learning Hours), apply for the Journeyman's card.
Ability to accurately and efficiently modify welding programs for Fanuc systems
Ability to troubleshoot automated welding applications
Ability to perform preventative maintenance (PM) on weld fixtures, weld cells, and auxiliary equipment
Computer Literacy
An excellent work record, including attendance.

Nice To Haves

Previous welding experience in laser, robotic, automatic and semi-automatic welding systems
Completion of courses towards Welding Certification or Associates Degree in Welding Technology

Responsibilities

Maintain and follow welding parameters on the Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) with the assistance of the Welding Engineer.
Interpret weld cross sections and etching samples and take appropriate corrective action.
Verify error proofing according to instructions.
Validate process parameters and enter system deviations when applicable.
Complete equipment changeovers according to the changeover instructions for weld fixtures, size tools, leak test tools, poke yokes, and all auxiliary equipment.
Cross-train on other equipment/departments and processes
Assist the Welding Engineer in data collection for continuous improvement activities.
Support Tool Room on preventative maintenance (PM) per the instructions on weld fixture.
Perform PM's on weld cells and auxiliary equipment.
Provide suggestions to continuously improve the PM schedules.
Utilize EAM to document time spent on CM's and PM's.
Support "End of Runs", by working with both Tool Room and Machine Operators to identify and address any issues during each run.
Troubleshoot automated welding applications.
Maintain weld equipment and processes to OSHA, MIOSHA, and Pridgeon & Clay standards.
Participate in lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events, and identity and eliminate all types of waste.
Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area and 5S zone.
Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management.
Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations.
Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner.
Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate.
Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Safety, We Can If...Do What It Takes, and Ownership) daily, through thoughts and actions.

Benefits

A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input
An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
A positive work/life balance
An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within

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