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Welding Technician

Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products

Bowling Green, KYJobNo compensation foundPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Bowling Green, KY
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products is hiring a Welding Technician. The Weld/Finish Technician processes forging dies through a defined repair and finishing process using welding (MIG, TIG, and SMAW), polishing, and fitting. This role maintains quality and safety standards, keeps records, and maintains equipment and supplies. The technician will also troubleshoot robotic MIG weld cells and perform preventative maintenance.

Key focus areas include Repair forging dies by removing cracks, repairing surface defects, flood welding, hand finishing, and polishing, Maintain material integrity of die steel by following defined pre-heat, post-heat, and tempering cycles, and Hand polish dies after CNC machining to achieve desired surface finish and maintain shapes/contours.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, GED, and Sit/Stand/Walk 12+ Hrs. Important skills include Welding, SMAW Welding, Polishing, Fitting, Hand Finishing, and CNC Machining.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

WeldingSMAW WeldingPolishingFittingHand FinishingCNC MachiningRobotic MIG Weld Cells OperationRobotic MIG Weld Cells Troubleshooting5s PrincipalsPreventative MaintenanceTool MakingDie MaintenanceProblem-SolvingTime ManagementResource ManagementWork IndependentlyCollaborationComplete Work on ScheduleFollow DirectionsCooperative BehaviorPositive BehaviorDevelop Daily PlanExecute Daily PlanRead Basic EnglishComprehend Basic EnglishFollow Instructions

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAbility to Sit/Stand/Walk 12 Hours Per DayAbility to Lift and Carry 50 LbsAbility to Work in Hot/Cold EnvironmentsAssociate's Degree in Welding Technology or Related Field or Equivalent Combination of Education and ExperiencePrevious Welding ExperiencePrevious Fabricating ExperiencePrevious Tool and Die Experience3-5 Years Manufacturing Experience

Full job description

Job Title: Weld/Finish Technician

Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department: Tooling

Reports To: Tooling Supervisor

Position: Night Shift

Position Summary:

Processes forging dies through a defined repair and finishing process by means of welding (MIG, TIG, and SMAW), polishing, and fitting; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Repair forging dies by removing cracks, repairing surface defects, flood welding (MIG, TIG, SMAW), hand finishing, and polishing.

  • Maintains material integrity of die steel by following defined pre-heat, post-heat, and tempering cycles during die repair.

  • Hand polishing dies after CNC machining to achieve desired surface finish, while maintaining shapes/contours within the required specifications, using various pneumatic and electric hand tools.

  • Inspect finished tooling for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects.

  • Setup, operate, and troubleshoot robotic MIG weld cells.

  • Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify forging dies.

  • Documents actions and verifies process adherence by completing process documentation .

  • Maintain sanctity of the workspace through the enforcement of 5s principals.

  • Maintains safe operations by following safety procedures and regulations.

  • Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements (PM), troubleshooting minor maintenance issues, and calling for repairs.

  • Accomplishes departmental goals by taking ownership of welding/polishing process.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Welding.

  • Tool making and die maintenance.

  • Strong problem-solving skills.

  • Efficient management of time and resources.

  • Ability to perform all assigned tasks; ability to work independently or as part of a team; ability to complete work on schedule.

  • Follow Supervisors/Foreman direction while displaying cooperative and positive behavior with co-workers.

  • Ability to develop and execute a detailed daily plan based on priorities given.

  • Ability to read and comprehend basic English.

  • Abililty to follow instructions.

Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

  • Associate’s degree in Welding Technology or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

  • Previous welding, fabricating, or tool and die experience preferred.

  • 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements :

  • Ability to sit/stand/walk 12 hrs. per day.

  • Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

  • Ability to work in hot/cold environments.

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