Weld Automation Technician - 1st/3rd Shift

Who We Are and What We Do

GNS America was established in 2009. Our core business is in conventional stamping, hot stamping, welding, and assembly. Our tool and die capability offer simulation and full design and build activities.

Hot and Conventional Stamping

GNS offers a complete range of stamping equipment. Our stamping facilities can cater to any required automotive and industrial stamping requirements.

In our automotive operations, we have a full range of stamping capabilities in the 100 ton to 800 ton range, in multiple locations.

Our stamping capabilities span a variety of metals.

Laser Cutting

GNS is a recognized leader in the use of laser technologies, GNS utilizes multi-axis laser cutting technology. Our multi-axis lasers are used for both prototyping and our large volume production for the automotive industry.

In addition to cutting flat metal, GNS provides trimming and hole piercing services for three-dimensional parts. Our lasers have the versatility to cut a variety of metals with varying thickness and degrees of complexity.

Welding

At GNS, we use spot welding in the welding of Ultra High Strength Steel and Press Hardening parts. Our welding and assembly cells are highly automated.

We use automated robots to perform several of the most complex and precise operations inside the welding cells to achieve maximum cost reduction and ensure we produce the highest quality products for our customers.

Schedule :

1st Shift - 6 : 10am- 2 : 30pm

3rd shift - 10 : 10pm-6 : 00am

Position Summary :

Under minimal supervision, perform routine maintenance procedure, help troubleshoot and repair any robotic, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic problems should they arise.

Support all equipment and systems within the facility.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Troubleshoot, repair and program resistance and MIG welding equipment.
• Make repairs to ABB robotic equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.
• Troubleshoot ABB robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
• Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
• Test performance of robotic assemblies, using instruments such as electronic voltmeters.
• Align, fit, or assemble components, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, or templates.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
• Perform preventive or corrective maintenance checks.
• Work in coordination with Maintenance Technicians.
• Communicate with other shifts and coworkers to ensure progress of project or repair.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• English (grammar and language) and math.
• Familiarity of machines and tools.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Visual acuity is required for reading machine dials, work orders, precision measuring instruments and for performing visual / physical quality inspections.
• Ability to make arithmetical computations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication).
• Ability to use Calipers, electronic voltmeters and measuring tools.

Physical Demands & Work Environment :

Physical Demands : While performing duties of this job, would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.

Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.

Overtime may be necessary as work load’s dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and / or holidays.

GNS North America is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.