Assembly Technician

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $3.8B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in over 71 manufacturing locations in 20 countries.

 Location: Coldwater - Coldwater, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
 

Basic Functions: We are seeking skilled applicants for Toolmaker / Assembler positions to help us maintain the momentum of our growth in this current dynamic marketplace. 

Role Qualifications:

• Must be familiar with Company quality objectives and play an active role in reaching continuous improvement objectives.
• Be aware of the relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to the achievement of quality objectives.
• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, and maintenance
• Basic knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, prints, engineering drawings, and models
• Building and construction knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct machine tools, dies, fixtures, and machinery
• Understanding of GD & T, experience helpful, but not required
• Must be able to lift at least 45 lbs.

Position responsibilities:

• Working knowledge of prints/engineering drawings, including pneumatic and/or hydraulic schematics
• Build assembly lines, automation and related equipment
• Working knowledge of manual mills, lathes and grinders. (CNC experience would be a plus)
• Effective use of Inspection / Test equipment
• Utilize math skills, including basic Algebra and Trigonometry
• Must have own tools
• Nothing in this job description restricts Management or Corporate’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• Work well with Manufacturing and Management personnel.

Essential skills and experience:

• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Combination of 3 plus years’ experience and/or Machine Trades training, completion of a two year technical program is preferred
• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, and maintenance preferred.
• Basic knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, prints, engineering drawings, and models preferred
• Building and construction knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct machine tools, dies, fixtures, and machinery preferred.
• Operate forklift.
• Commitment to company values

Behavioral Traits:

• Strong analytical problem solver with ability to process complex information
• Highly self-motivated and driven
• Strategic, dependable, and organized
• Active listener with ability to give attention to multiple information being processed
• Communicate both verbally and in writing
• Innovative and ability to think creatively to implement process improvement
• Strong time management skills
• Focus on completing projects on time and within budget
• Forward thinking attitude and the continual need to refine and polish work, by seeking to exceed customer and Company’s expectations
• Willingness to learn new skills

Reporting to this position:  No direct reports.

Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S)

• Understand the Company’s EHS Policy and how it relates to this job.
• Be aware of OSHA & EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company’s Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job.
• Work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner and observe all company EHS procedures.
• Know that the company EHS procedures are located on the ISO drive.
• Immediately notify the Supervisor if there is any safety hazard, any equipment not operating correctly, or if there are any questions regarding EHS procedures.
• Attend required EHS training

Physical demands and work environment:  The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands:  While performing duties of job, employee is required to stand; occasionally walk and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.   Lifting up to 45 lbs.  Repetition with activity. 
• Work environment:  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ISO-14001:  Complies with ISO 14001, and other relevant standards.  Support, implement and understand the intent of the EMS policy.  Participates with ISO-14001 as required.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.