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Skilled Trade > Weld Control Technician

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A Weld Control Technician is a specialized professional responsible for overseeing and maintaining welding automation systems and control processes. They play a critical role in industries utilizing automated welding technology, ensuring that welding equipment functions efficiently and meets quality standards. Weld Control Technicians focus on programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing welding automation systems for improved productivity and consistent weld quality.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Program and set up welding control systems and automation equipment.
  • Monitor and adjust welding parameters to optimize efficiency and maintain quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with welding automation systems, addressing malfunctions promptly.
  • Collaborate with engineers and production teams to ensure welding equipment meets project specifications.
  • Implement preventive maintenance schedules for welding control systems.
  • Conduct inspections and tests to verify the performance and accuracy of welding automation.
  • Analyze data from welding processes to identify trends, defects, or areas for improvement.
  • Develop and update documentation for welding automation procedures and parameters.
  • Collaborate with vendors to source and integrate new welding control technologies.
  • Provide training and support to welding operators and maintenance staff.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Education: Associate degree or certification in welding technology, mechatronics, or a related field.
  • Welding Control Systems: Proficiency in programming languages relevant to welding control systems.
  • Welding Techniques: Knowledge of various welding processes and techniques, as well as welding automation technologies.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing and resolving automation issues.
  • Robotic Welding Systems: Familiarity with robotic welding systems and their programming.
  • Attention to Detail: Attention to detail to ensure precise and consistent welding quality.
  • Communication: Communication skills for working with cross-functional teams and providing training.
  • Efficient: Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Experience: Experience in welding automation, control systems, or a related role is often required.

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
  • Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
  • Related Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. 
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
  • Job Zone Example: These occupations usually involve communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, electricians, agricultural technicians, legal secretaries, occupational therapy assistants, and medical assistants.
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years: 1-2 years of preparation (6.0 to < 7.0)

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