Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Plan, direct and coordinate welding processes as necessary.
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Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods.
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Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirement, workflow, and design layout of equipment, materials or parts.
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Confer with management and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, etc. to facilitate production processes.
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Demonstrate a hands-on ability to solve welding problems.
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Identify potential welding quality problems from drawings and/or be able to work with design for problems that develop in production.
Technical Competencies:
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Knowledge of PLCs and electrical systems.
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Knowledge of spot, resistance, robotics, and mig welding.
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Knowledge of product design.
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Knowledge of materials and parts fabrication processes.
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Knowledge of tooling and production equipment capabilities.
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Knowledge of assembly methods and quality control standards.
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Proficient personal computer and software skills.
Non-Technical Competencies:
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Leadership (team development, ability to influence, organizational awareness).
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Interpersonal skills (relationship building, conflict resolution, customer orientation).
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Communication (verbal communication, listening, written communication).
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Judgment and thinking (strategic thinking, original thinking, judgment and decision-making, problem solving).
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Performance skills (accuracy with detail, planning and organizing, efficiency).
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Personal characteristics (motivation/commitment, flexibility, assertiveness, development orientation, quality orientation).
Bachelor’s degree in engineering and two (2) + years related experience, or a high school diploma plus equivalent experience.
