Paint Robotics Technician

We are looking for a motivated and technically skilled Paint Robot Programmer / Digital Engineering Technician to support automated paint shop operations, robotic programming, and digital engineering initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Online Robot Programming

• Program and troubleshoot robotic paint applications including:
  • Sealer
  • UBC
  • Dampening
  • Primer
  • Base
  • Clear coat systems
• Run production trials and adjust robot parameters for optimal performance
• Evaluate paint quality against engineering drawings and manufacturing standards

Offline Robot Programming & Simulation

• Utilize simulation software to:
  • Create offline robot programs
  • Conduct reach studies
  • Perform cycle time analysis
• Support digital engineering activities and manufacturing process improvements

Quality Evaluation

• Evaluate paint quality using:
  • Elco-meters
  • Wave-scan equipment
  • X-Rite systems
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization activities

Documentation & Communication

• Create handover documentation and process snapshots for NAMC facilities
• Communicate effectively with engineering teams, vendors, and plant personnel
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications for reporting and project tracking

What You Bring

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to recommend process improvements and cost-saving opportunities

Requirements

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience
• Experience programming industrial robots including:
  • Kawasaki
  • Fanuc
  • Yaskawa
• Experience with automated robotic paint shop applications
• PLC programming experience including:
  • Toyopuc
  • Allen-Bradley
  • Omron
• Experience with Digital Engineering software such as:
  • CATIA
  • DELMIA
  • SolidWorks
  • Inventor
• Additional technical certifications are a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred