Weld Technician

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.

**Scope of the Position**

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.

**Job Duties**
- Create, modify and maintain Welding Applications using Panasonic, Fanuc, ABB & Nachi Robotic Welding
- 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
- 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
- The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 - Corporate Quality Manual

**Qualifications**
- Community College Diploma in Welding Engineering Technology or Certified Weld Technician from a recognized body
- 2+ years related work experience in a welding manufacturing environment preferred
- PLC Programming experience using Allen Bradley or Omron PLC
- 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

**Working Conditions**
- Physical ability to lift 25lbs
- Travel as necessary
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
- Overtime as required

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Beaverton, ON L0K 1A0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: One location