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Talascend is currently seeking a Laser Welding Equipment Technician for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Calvert, Alabama . Overview The Laser Welding Equipment Technician supports the facility's automated laser welders by analyzing, troubleshooting, recommending, and overseeing repairs and improvements of all electro-mechanical systems to meet business goals. Responsibilities Maintaining and continuously improving the reliability of automated laser solid state strip welders and associated equipment. Troubleshooting and maintaining complex electromechanical systems including hydraulics, gearboxes, laser optics, PLC, HMIs, motor drives, and communications. Participating in root cause failure analysis for delays within a team environment and executing corrective actions to mitigate future occurrences. Initiating and implementing continuous improvement of equipment reliability by developing and reviewing preventive maintenance procedures, improving functional location details, and updating material master data in SAP. Conducting maintenance activities utilizing SAP software. Training, coaching, and mentoring maintenance technicians and operations team members. Developing and auditing energy control procedures to ensure safety during work on mill equipment. Traveling locally and abroad for training and best practice visits. Demonstrating the company's values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Relationships, and Sustainability. Fulfilling commitments to ensure a safe and healthy work environment and achieving quality standards. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' experience with laser welders (solid state laser welders preferable) in an industrial environment. Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience is a plus. Understanding of standard mechanical engineering principles, drawings, and fine tolerances. Competency or ability to learn PLC programming platforms, power distribution systems, motors, drives, sensors, actuator systems, and communication protocols. Competency or ability to learn hydraulic, mechanical drive systems, and alignments. Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of industrial solid state laser welding systems and optics (Miebach preferred). Knowledge of process automation applications, hydraulics, power transmission, and complex machine alignments. Knowledge of SAP or other CMMS systems. Knowledge of IBA or similar process trending software. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex issues. Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance practices. Ability to interact with stakeholders, work in teams, demonstrate decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and promote continuous improvement. Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, accountability, relationships, and sustainability. Working knowledge of competencies as defined in

ISO 14001, IATF

16949, and

ISO 17025.

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of process automation applications. Experience with Miebach optics or similar laser welding systems. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required. Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Military connected talent encouraged to apply.