2nd shift, Weld Tech I, LAF 8HR Process Engineering

Wabash•Lafayette, IN

About The Position

The Welding Technician I safely performs welding technician tasks with supervision and guidance, supporting welding and fabrication processes and training across the business. The role requires professional, timely, detail-oriented work and coordination with departments, vendors, suppliers, and Wabash sites. Above-average welding ability and basic automated welding and fabrication knowledge are required; robotic knowledge is a plus depending on site needs. Training and orientation are provided after an offer is accepted. The position may involve travel, primarily for training, exposure, and experience. Work takes place in production or job-site environments where safety, environmental, and health concerns require ongoing attention. Employees may encounter fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noise, and high temperatures. Production-floor employees must wear required PPE. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Score at least 51 points on the Steel Weld Test.
Have above-average reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Have a basic understanding of metallurgy.
Have knowledge of Microsoft Office, GMAW and GMAW-P welding, welding troubleshooting, data collection, and problem solving.
Be able to work effectively both independently and with others.
Have an excellent attendance history.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Meet the role's physical requirements, including standing, walking, leaning, pushing, climbing, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, handling and operating tools or controls throughout the shift; full range of motion in arms and hands; and effective communication. Some technicians work in small spaces and frequently lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds. Close vision, ability to adjust focus, and good hand-eye coordination are required.

Nice To Haves

Formal welding classes, such as vocational school or technical college; proven tenure and experience in manufacturing welding may substitute.
At least 5 years of experience in welding manufacturing.
Automated welding equipment or robotic experience.
Bilingual ability.
Welding Technician experience and education.

Responsibilities

Perform GMAW welding on varied base materials at an above-average quality level.
Perform basic automated welding and/or basic robotic programming and troubleshooting as required by the site.
Perform basic welding machine programming, troubleshooting, and repair.
Communicate welding expectations and procedures to Production and other departments.
Train and mentor Wabash employees on welding processes and practices.
Travel when necessary, primarily for training, exposure, and experience.
Seek education, training opportunities, and new technology in the welding field.
Collect, analyze, and report data about welding processes and improvements.
Learn to develop, test, and document new welding processes and procedures, including WPS, PQR, and related testing.
Complete the monthly Weld Audit schedule and publish results.
Participate in training and learning opportunities.
Work on projects independently and cross-functionally, collaborating with others and pursuing continuous improvement.