Robotic Welder

801 N Xanthus Tulsa Oklahoma 74110-4949 Why Valmont We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. Essential Functions Ability to adjust and operate robotic welders Ability to diagnose malfunctions on automated systems Inspects and measures work pieces to verify conformance to specification. Moves machine controls and guides to adjust machine to insure proper blueprint specifications. Possess the necessary knowledge to operate and diagnose certain types of production tooling, plasma and oxy/acetylene burning equipment, material handling devices (cranes, pallet movers, forklifts, motorized carts, straddle trailer, etc.) Welds production, prototype, and new product designs. Assists in training lesser trained welders. Makes program changes to robotic welders, with proper training, and understands the nuances of an automated welding system. Recognizes poor quality welds and takes corrective action. Makes accurate accounting of labor, move tags, number of parts produced, and provides all necessary quality checks. Must effectively communicate with co-workers and management in a team environment. Performs housekeeping duties on equipment and the work site. Perform job duties of a Pole Setup, Welder B, and Robotic Operator. Complete set-up of equipment to the proper settings insuring that parts produced meet required specifications. Safely load and unload work cells. ·         Accurately use and read a tape measure in addition to other tools required to prepare and weld poles. ·         Ability to locate and enter information using a computer. Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Minimum one (1) year of welding and part fit-up experience.  The ability to successfully demonstrate hands-on gas metal arc welding during an on-site capability test The ability to read, write, and understand both verbal and written English Demonstrated understanding of AWS symbols The ability to read a tape measure and blueprints The ability to work over ten hours a week in overtime when required for business needs Robotics computer knowledge in both software and hardware applications Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines ·         Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications ·         Over two (2) years of non-professional robotics experience   ·         Experience programming/interfacing a robotic welder ·         ARC welding programming experience Educational Background Robotics Computer knowledge in both software and hardware applications. Welding work experience. Reads AWS symbol charts. Ability to read, write, and understand English in order to complete necessary paperwork requirements and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions. Must be capable of correct interpretation and utilization of engineering drawings, both in imperial and metric measure. Ability to do simple math (add, subtract, divide and multiply both whole numbers and fractions). Possess legible penmanship. Use a handheld calculator. Job Training Skill Development This job requires the employee to understand blueprint /design readings and use such skill to determine part dimensions and tolerances, which may be indicated in both imperial and metric measurements.  The employee will be required to operate automated welding equipment and makes necessary adjustments to insure proper blueprint specifications.  The employee must be capable of welding various configurations and gauges of material plus maintaining proper fit-ups of all required components. The job requires the employee to operate grinding, welding, burning, and burning equipment.  At this level, the employee is able to identify and inspect parts and materials to ensure quality of product.  The job also requires routine and troubleshooting maintenance activities to be performed.  This job requires the employee to complete inventory forms and inspection record processing.  This job also involves material handling with the ability to operate a forklift, and overhead crane.  The job requires the employee to maintain the shop, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.  The job requires the employee to perform in-process quality checks.  A person should be able to do 75% of the job within 90 days.  The normal adaptation time, for any new employee, should not exceed 120 days.  Decision Making Employee makes routine decisions and also makes decisions that may affect the quality of the products being manufactured.  These are decisions that affect the employee’s own work quality and output, as well as the helper’s work.  This job requires that employee to inspect each tube to be welded, to ensure that the Moto process will be able to weld without any major issues.  Issues can include twist, surface quality, and poor cuts from the saw.  Ability to make mathematical calculations in preparing to run equipment or programming equipment.  Ability to set up machines to the proper requirements so that usable parts are produce