ROBOTIC WELD PROGRAMMER - 1ST SHIFT - West Bend

Reporting to the Weld Supervisor, responsible for programming and setting up robotic welders to specifications.  High level of general robot operations and programming knowledge.  General requirement of 5 or more years of experience.

• Program and set up robotic welders for production parts.
• Create, edit and prove out programs.
• Optimize cycle times to improve productivity.
• Keep informed of any changes and new procedures throughout the day to stay on schedule.
• Communicate information, assist in resolving problems and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and maintain all equipment, machines and supplies within the department. Report shortages to the department supervisor and perform necessary preventative maintenance.
• Must be familiar with all Company’s policies on quality and report to Supervisors when others in the department are not in compliance.
• Assist with cost savings, continuous improvements and more efficient ways to run the weld operations.
• Follow all company rules, policies and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Maintains company quality, efficiency, and productivity standards.
• Reads job specifications (e.g. blueprints, quality control plans and/or traveler notes) to determine type of welding and material requirements.
• Uses equipment and supplies to perform work in accordance with operational standards.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on equipment and machines.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• May perform other related duties or work at different workstations as production needs require.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience working within a highly technical environment.

• Strong basic math skills.

• Previous experience with light electrical assembly and/or heavy equipment assembly.

• Previous forklift experience.

• Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment.

• Basic knowledge in blue prints reading and torque values.

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to efficiently work in a team and coordinate work with other departments.

• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.

• High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from is accredited institution.

• Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task.

• Good finger and hand dexterity.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience with Fanuc, Motoman, ABB robots preferred.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with management and peers openly.
• Ability to efficiently assist in leading a team and coordinate work with other departments.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.
• Knowledge of welding equipment and tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret documents like blueprints, welding symbols, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Know when to escalate issues that require additional technical or leadership support.

• Basic Computer knowledge.
• High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self-motivation skills and ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to help in ALL areas of the weld department, when needed.

Physical Demands

Occasional:  1-2 hrs/shift   Frequently 2-5 hrs/shift  Regularly 5-8 hrs/shift

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment. 

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities

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