Robotic Welding Operator

Job Title: Robotic Welding Operator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary  

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Robotic Welding Operator to set up, operate, and maintain robotic welding systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with robotic welders, welding processes, and quality control, ensuring that parts meet or exceed production and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate robotic welding machines according to production requirements.
• Load and unload parts onto fixtures and position them for automated welding.
• Monitor robotic welding operations and adjust as needed for alignment, speed, or quality.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on robotic welders.
• Inspect welded joints for quality and conformity to specifications using visual inspection or measurement tools.
• Troubleshoot robotic welding equipment and escalate issues when necessary.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to improve welding processes and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
• Adhere to safety procedures and always wear appropriate PPE.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.
• Maintain neat, clean and orderly warehouse appearance.
• Ability to work extended hours/overtime as needed.
• Adhere to all company policies and safety procedures and guidelines.
• Conform to all quality and safety procedures.
• Required to operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

Required Qualifications or Experience:

• Technical training or welding certification preferred.
• 1 year of experience in robotic welding or a related field. Preferred.
• Familiarity with welding processes such as MIG or TIG welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb and move about the facility.
• Regularly required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach & carry.