Maintenance Weld Technician

1400 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48083, USA Req #993
Thursday, February 13, 2025

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Job Description – Weld Technician

Department

Process Engineering

 

Reports to

Process Engineering Manager

 

Summary

The Weld Technician is in charge of run welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement

 

Core Competencies 

  • Customer Focus
  • Communication
  • Energy and Stress
  • Team Work          
  • Problem Solving   
  • Accountability and Dependability
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Analytical

 

Job Duties

  • Create, modify and maintain Welding Applications using Fanuc.
  • Create, modify and maintain PLC AB & Omron backups for welding equipment
  • Modify Weld Schedules/ Setup Parameters for MIG, Spot & Projection Welding Applications
  • Modify Weld Fixtures Setup to improve or correct welds/ components position as per drawing specifications
  • Create & maintain Weld Schedules, Setup/ Changeover and Operator Instructions
  • Create and maintain Poke Yoke Systems in Welding Area
  • Support Production & Maintenance to troubleshoot and repair the Welding Equipment
  • Identify & Implement Continuous Improvement Projects for increasing Plant Efficiency and Cost Reductions
  • Participate in 8D Discipline Report to implement Process or Product Corrective and/or Preventive Actions
  • Create and update Welding PFMEA for various products
  • Participate in new welding equipment selection and suggest new welding equipment
  • Analyze and make proposals for improvements to the performance indicators that apply to the welding process
  • Validate and maintain records of welding control parameters
  • Assist in training and methods for welding operations
  • Optimize the performance of welding consumables
  • Support Plant Quality System
  • Active participation in the implementation & development of Environmental Quality Systems
  • Participate in commissioning new welding equipment
  • The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.

 

Requirements

  • Community College Diploma in Welding Engineering Technology or
  • Certified Weld Technician from a recognized body or
  • 4 years related work experience in a welding manufacturing environment
  • PLC Programming experience using Allen Bradley preferred
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • ISO 14000 system.
  • Welding Standards
  • ISO TS 16949 system
  • Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • Ability to follow guidelines
  • Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
  • Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Interpersonal skills are required
  • Troubleshooting ability is required
  • Strong decision making and problem solving skills
  • Demonstrated good internal customer service skills
  • Proven good presentation skills
  • Must provide own tools

 

Working Conditions

  • Physical ability to lift 25lbs
  • Manual dexterity required to use on tools and equipment required
  • Overtime as required

 

Flex-N-Gate Training Requirements

 

  1. CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation
  2. Metallurgical
  3. Automation, Allen Bradley & Omron PLC
  4. GD&T
  5. Welding Equipment
  6. Ford, Chrysler, GM Welding Standards
  7. Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
  8. Resistance Welding Process, Projection & Spot Welding
  9. MIG Robotic Welding Process
  10. Robots (PANASONIC, ABB, FANUC, MOTOMAN, NACHI)
  11. Device Net configuration
  12. Hydraulics & Pneumatics
  13. Corrective Maintenance
  14. Preventive Maintenance
  15. Lean Manufacturing Concepts
  16. Continuous Improvement
  17. PFMEA & Control Plan
  18. Environmental Standards ISO 14001
  19. Quality Standards ISO TS16949

 

This job description is not inclusive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary. The company reserves the right to add, delete, or otherwise alter these responsibilities when and as necessary.  

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Other details

  • Job Family Weld Technician
  • Pay Type Hourly
Location on Google Maps
  • 1400 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48083, USA