EK Machine

Overview

Leads tank welders on Path Robotics projects and welds metal components together using various arc welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and leads welders within the Path Robotic welding group.
• Communicates with Weld Supervisor and Weld Manager regarding employee progress and issues.
• Prepares workload for the welders.
• Uses GMAW-P, GMAW-S, and GTAW to weld weldments, tanks, and metal parts.
• Reads and understands American and European blueprints, geometrical call outs, and weld symbols.
• Evaluates processes for improvements in quality, tooling usage, and run times.
• Welds complicated weldments ensuring alignment, dimensional, and weld quality.
• Uses weld fixtures, gauges, and jigs when applicable.
• Performs welding on various metals and alloys including carbon steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Assists with creating work instructions.
• Completes inspections using calipers, height gauges, protractors, and tape measures.
• Pressure tests fuel tanks.
• Cleans and organizes work area.
• Trains employees and plans, assigns, and directs work.
• Appraises performance and addresses complaints and resolves problems.