Mech II Welder - Nexus - 3rd Shift

POSITION PURPOSE

A shop hourly position with the primary responsibilities to perform final welds of Nexus Banks and units using TIG and MIG welding.  Additionally, the position will require flexing throughout the cell to support Cassette and Unit production.  As a senior mechanic, the Mechanic I is an influencer, who leads junior mechanics or teams as assigned and demonstrates BAC’s values of Customer Focus, Teamwork, Leading Change, Execution, and Collaboration.

The Mechanic will also be required to train and mentor junior mechanics and assist the department leadership team with daily assignments as directed.  The purpose for every position at BAC regardless of department or level can be summed up as doing the right thing in the right way.

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES


* Owns personal and team safety.

Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.


* Perform functions in all NEXUS stations, including but not limited to Assembly, Wiring, Basic Robotics Operation, and Welding.


* TIG weld units to precise quality and productivity standards



* Utilize standard work to build product to specification and interpret for junior mechanics.


* Operate equipment in a manner that maximizes productivity and quality.



* Meet or exceed production goals for shift.


* Perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment.


* Responsible for the daily and weekly sign-off of the primary maintenance procedure checklist.


* Aggressively uphold and support quality and process standards.


* Provide direction to a small group of junior mechanics.


* Train and develop junior mechanics to achieve technical and professional expertise.


* Understand departmental metrics and communicate / interpret for junior mechanics.


* Update and post metrics as assigned.


* Accurately complete paperwork or online data entry required by department.


* Document processes for knowledge capture and the training of junior mechanics.


* Demonstrated commitment to safety and adherence to safety standards.


* Practice and sustain 5’s methodology.


* Competency with MS Excel including updating data and generating metrics in spreadsheets.


* Demonstrated flexibility to work at multiple department work stations and adapt to change.


* Participate in continuous improvement activities and projects.


* Contribute to departmental safety improvements and initiatives.


* Perform other duties as requested, directed and assigned.


* Ensure individual activities embrace sustainability, reduce the impact on the environment, minimize waste, maximize recycling, minimize energy and water usage.


* Support a culture of innovation through original thinking to improve processes, methods, systems or services; translates new ideas into business opportunities

 

NATURE & SCOPE

Reports to the Team Leader of the department.  Provides hands on leadership and mentoring to juni...