Flex-N-Gate
Weld Engineer
Ionia, Michigan, United States
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.
The weld engineer is in charge of developing, manage, monitor and execute welding processes to ensure the integrity and quality of our products, always seeking to optimize resources and continuous improvement.
Develop, program and personal reports tear down and pry bar to maintain efficient control of welding processes in the plant, cut and etch and ultrasonic
To lead the maintaining records of welding plant
Analyze and submit proposals for improvements to the performance indicators that apply to welding
Set the frequency, verification procedures and instructions of the welding process
Addressing flaws in welding equipment in coordination with the personnel
Present and assist the maintenance manager in the process of continuous improvement
Develop, implement and monitor instructions rework of weld defects taking care to protect the physical integrity of personnel to perform rework
Maintenance and capture of monthly records welding parameters
Quality system support plan
Establish the minimum and maximum stock of welding consumables
Maintain the proper equipment for testing of tear down
Serve customers in normal and special requirements concerning the welding process
Active participation in the implementation, development of systems of Quality, Environmental and Hoshin activities to achieve the objectives of both systems as well as knowledge of these policies
Coordinate together with the department quality any engineering change proposal and / or modifications to the welding parameters
Provide guidance to field personnel via safety briefings
Provide advice and counsel to management and other employee groups on a broad range of occupational safety issues and decisions
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.
University Degree in related field or
Community College diploma in related field or
Five years related work experience in a manufacturing
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
ISO 14000 system
Welding Standards
Reports welding production
Continuous improvement
ISO TS 16949 system
Leadership
Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office.
Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize
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
Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
Troubleshooting ability is required
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated good internal customer service skills
Good presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects
Good computer skills
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 companys young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.
Not just a joba great place to work!
Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.