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 $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Euclid - 22801

Req ID: 28671

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Purpose

To perform multiple hands-on functions within the Consumables Process Engineering Group supporting Flux manufacturing, ranging from the support of daily production operations to the development of new and improved manufacturing processes. This includes a focus on the continuous improvement of safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing costs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for safety, cleanliness of work area, and workmanship while performing assigned duties. Review, understand, and follow the departmental procedures that are associated with this position.

• Responsible for product quality and productivity resulting from the manufacturing processes in the Flux manufacturing department.

• Set up and conduct tests under operational conditions to investigate processes and product designs.

• May work independently or under the direction of a Consumable Process Engineer or Engineering Manager. Assist with the execution of Permission Notes to test process changes, material changes, and new/redesigned products.

• Support capital projects that may include installation of new or modified equipment and/or processes. Must be able to perform basic analysis of raw data and make decisions based on the analysis.

• Create and maintain all documentation associated with the manufacturing process. Assist with “Job Hazard Analysis” as required.

• Provide technical support in production, operations, maintenance, safety, testing, process improvement or product development.

• Interact with all departments as required to support Consumable Division initiatives. These include, but are not limited to: R&D, Supply Management, all production departments, Q/A.

• Occasionally make decisions that affect the business results of the division (production costs etc.)

• Analyze manufacturing processes to look for more efficient methods.

• Anticipates challenges and recommends improvements to products, processes or service improvements. Periodically act as a lead, coordinating and facilitating the work of others.

• Engaged or willingness to be engaged in Continuous Improvement concepts and activities.

• Assume additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s strategy.

Basic Requirements

• Technician III: Vocational training and 5+ years of experience in a relevant work environment is required; or High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years’ experience in a relevant work environment.

• Technician IV: Vocational training and 8+ years of experience in a relevant work environment is required; or High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years’ experience in a relevant work environment.

• Continuous Improvement Tier Grey certification is desirable.

• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.

• Must have an in-depth knowledge of the processes, machines, and equipment in the Consumable Division, specifically the Flux Manufacturing Department.

• Must be able to run production equipment where applicable.

• Must be willing to become proficient in MES, SAP, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook and other similar software.

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.