Robotic Welder Operator

About the role

Wabtec, a global provider of equipment, systems and digital solutions for freight and transit rail, mining, marine and industrial markets, is hiring a Robotic Welder Operator in Buffalo Grove. The operator sets up and runs robotic welding machines, maintains quality and safety standards, keeps records and maintains equipment and supplies.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and operate robotic welding machines, producing welded parts while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Maintain specifications by checking weld location and quality, detecting malfunctions, troubleshooting processes and replacing worn tools
• Follow quality assurance procedures and complete daily preventive maintenance on equipment
• Install weld fixtures and call up the appropriate program to weld products according to the schedule
• Plan the next job using the daily schedule and blueprints to verify workpieces and record weld set-up data
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and samples, following international standards and being able to read calipers
• Document actions in production and quality logs, communicate irregularities between shifts, and update job knowledge through training and technical publications

Required profile

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination
• Basic understanding of blueprint reading
• Leadership capability and ability to solve problems
• Able to read calipers and meet the listed physical demands (occasional lifting up to 20 pounds, close and distance vision, frequent reaching and standing)

What we offer

• Pay of $30-$33 per hour
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement coverage
• Possible annual bonus if eligible