2nd Shift- Robotic Weld Operator

Company Profile

American Trailer World (ATW) was recently created because of the merger of Big Tex Trailers and American Trailer Works, two leading companies in the trailer industry.  ATW is the most diversified manufacturer, largest retailer, and distributor of professional-grade and consumer-grade trailers, parts, and accessories in North America. With superior positioning in the trailer industry and leading products across a diverse array of end markets, ATW has an opportunity for rapid and profitable expansion.  Bain Capital Private Equity partnered in the acquisitions, and they will continue to provide additional support and capital to drive expansion.

Job Overview

The Robotic Weld Operator will perform the following tasks:

• Safe, Accurate & Timely loading of componentry into weld tooling as required to produce welded trailer sub-assemblies.
• Verify proper part orientation and fit within weld tooling to ensure all part quality expectations will be achieved.
• Proper execution of machine Cycle Start sequence steps they have been properly trained to perform.
• Safe and Timely unloading of welded trailer sub-assemblies, placing weldments in the proper work-in-process cart for transfer to the Paint Operation.
• Proper use of all Lift Devices provided at the cell, if applicable.
• Achieve target machine cycle throughout the shift.
• Perform assigned routine machine maintenance tasks they have been properly trained to perform.
• Collect & Record production throughput and defect data as required.
• Immediately notify Team Leader of any issues preventing the proper execution of these tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• The Robotic Weld Operator MUST follow all defined Safety Requirements for the assigned Robotic Work-cell.
• The Robotic Weld Operator MUST be responsible for their personal safety as well as the safety of those around them.
• The Robotic Weld Operator is responsible for the Manufacture of the highest level of Quality product possible with the Materials & Tools provided. If something is observed to be wrong, stop the process and notify the Team Leader immediately.
• The Robotic Weld Operator r will maintain order and cleanliness within their assigned robotic work-cell.
• The Robotic Weld Operator MUST follow all prescribed Standard Work required to achieve target machine cycle times.
• The Robotic Weld Operator is expected to Continuously identify opportunities for improvement within their assigned work-cell
• The Robotic Weld Operator will perform assigned preventative maintenance to the Robotic Work-cell at the established frequency and following all defined standard work. They are expected to Drive continuous improvement to assigned Preventative Maintenance tasks.
• The Robotic Weld Operator is expected to facilitate the effective hand-off of the robotic work-cell to their incoming shift peer. Ensure effective communication of all issues experienced, corrective actions taken as well as critical conditions requiring ongoing monitoring.
• The Robotic Weld Operator is expected to participate in formal problem-solving when required.

The Robotic Weld Operator is expected to cross-train on all robotic Weld Cells.

Education – Experience Required

• High School diploma or GED is preferred.
• Exposure and/or Training in some form of disciplined Problem-Solving format is desirable

Work Experience Required:

• 2-5 years of experience working in a Manufacturing environment operating industrial machinery.

Experience performing routine maintenance functions on machinery or equipment, ideally in a manufacturing setting