Welding Technician Job at Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products, Bowling Green, KY

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  • Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products
  • Bowling Green, KY

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.
  • 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.
Skills & Competencies:
  • Welding.
  • Tool making and die maintenance.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • 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.
  • 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing preferred.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements :
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work in hot/cold environments.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Night shift,

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