Robot Welder Operator I

Here at Atlantic Track & Turnout Co., we lead the way for manufacturing, supply, and service for railroads, transit systems, and crane runways. We’re proud to be employee-owned and take great pride in the exceptional results we consistently deliver for our partners and customers. For over 60 years, Atlantic Track has put our people first to foster strong teams, products, and services that are second to none.

We’re currently seeking a Robot Welder Operator I to join our growing team of professionals in Richmond, Illinois.

This position will support our second shift, which operates Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm to 1:30am.

Training for this position would occur on first shift, which operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Reads and interprets work instructions, blueprints, and reference documents
• Obtains and maintains American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification
• Critically examines how various mechanical and/or structural parts fit together
• Moves material by hand between inventory locations and robot welding station
• May be required to pull parts and/or material from stock
• Performs MIG welding
• Assists other employees, works collaboratively to accomplish goals
• Alerts/advises supervisors or engineers when issues arise
• Maintains a safety and quality focused mindset
• Perform daily preventive maintenance check
• Finds correct programs for specific product lines and create / edit programs as circumstances require
• Makes suggestions and improves processes or quality of assembly projects at hand

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC, etc.)
• Minimum of 1 year of industrial welding experience
• Safety Awareness – the ability to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), ensure tools are in good working order, and take action if coworkers in work area are at risk or causing risk
• Must be able to complete internal forklift training and certification
• Must be able to complete AWS Weld Certification
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work on-site in Richmond, Illinois
• Ability to work second shift hours (Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm - 1:30am)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in heavy structural assembly work
• Willingness to adapt and learn
• A self-starter who takes initiative

Atlantic Track offers a holistic benefits package, including competitive pay, 401k plan with company matching funds, health / dental / vision insurance options, life insurance, paid time off, an employee shared ownership plan, and more. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.