Resistive/Mechanical Welder, 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Weld Technician

Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Duration of role: Permanent

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Location: Red Lion, PA

About Us

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

About the Role

The Weld Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of highly automated robotic resistance spot welding systems and associated production equipment. This role supports safe, high-quality, high-volume manufacturing by ensuring equipment reliability, weld quality, process stability, and production uptime. The technician serves as a primary technical resource for resolving equipment issues, supporting production goals, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

This role aligns well with candidates who have industrial maintenance, automation, or robotic welding experience.

What You’ll Do

Welding Equipment & Process Support

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain automated resistance welding equipment, including rotating die welding systems, weld controllers, transformers, power distribution systems, cooling systems, tooling, and related production equipment.
• Monitor and optimize weld quality by verifying weld schedules, current, force, squeeze time, weld time, hold time, and other critical process parameters.
• Diagnose weld defects and perform root cause analysis involving tooling, electrodes, machine alignment, electrical systems, or process conditions.
• Inspect, maintain, and replace weld tips, electrodes, tooling components, and other wear items.
• Support equipment changeovers, startups, shutdowns, process adjustments, and production recovery activities.
• Perform weld inspections, validation checks, and process monitoring to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.

Robotics & Automation

• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial robotic systems, including Motoman/Yaskawa, FANUC, or similar platforms.
• Perform robot fault recovery, I/O diagnostics, mastering, teach-point adjustments, TCP verification, and basic program modifications.
• Monitor robotic cell performance, sensors, interlocks, material handling systems, and automation controls.
• Support automation improvements, equipment validation, and process trials.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotic, and process-related failures.
• Troubleshoot sensors, VFDs, servos, relays, contactors, motor controls, safety circuits, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics.
• Perform preventive maintenance and approved mechanical repairs to maintain equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Document findings, corrective actions, and escalating complex issues when required.

Production, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Support daily production goals by improving equipment uptime, throughput, quality, scrap reduction, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve recurring issues and improve process performance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, productivity, ergonomics, and cost reduction.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Maintain compliance with quality standards, work instructions, SOPs, and manufacturing best practices.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of resistance spot welding principles and weld quality fundamentals.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, AC/DC circuits, motors, drives, sensors, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics.
• Basic understanding of PLC-controlled equipment and troubleshooting.

• 1-2 years of experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment, robotic systems, or welding equipment preferred.
• Experience with automated welding processes and industrial robotics preferred.
• High-volume manufacturing experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Industrial Maintenance, Automation, Mechatronics, Robotics, or Welding Technology.
• FANUC, Motoman/Yaskawa, or equivalent robotic training/certification.
• AWS welding certification or robotic welding certification.
• Experience with automated resistance spot welding systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of rotating die welding systems, tooling alignment, sequential welding operations, and electrode maintenance.
• Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Continuous Improvement, or OEE improvement experience.
• Ability to analyze weld quality and production data to identify improvement opportunities.

What You’ll Get

• Pay range: $26.49 USD to $29.93 USD per hour.
• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

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Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.