Robot Technician

Robot TechnicianCome Join the Toledo Tool & Die Team! Located close to the Michigan/Ohio border, Toledo Tool and Die has diligently served the people of both of those great states since 1940. It was a company founded on one simple principle: to do the finest work possible for our clients and to deliver on every promise we make. Today Toledo Tool & Die has three facilities in the Toledo area and one in Pioneer, Ohio.Toledo Tool & Die is adding Robot Technicians to our team to support our continued growth.This is a full-time position based in Toledo, Ohio. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a clean, safe work environment.Hours for this position are typically: 3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00pm - 6:00amWhat Toledo Tool & Die Can Offer You:$19/hour starting range based on experience$1.00/ hour shift differentialWeekly pay10 paid holidaysPaid Time Off401kFull benefits (medical, dental, vision)What Makes You a Great Fit for This Position:Strong work ethicPositive attitudeConsistent attendanceWillingness to learnSafety mindedPosition Summary:The Robotic Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of robotic stamping machines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role supports continuous improvement initiatives, production uptime, and quality in a high-volume manufacturing environment.Essential Job Functions:Setup shakers & shaker traysClean, lubricate, maintain, and adjust equipment to maintain efficient operation, using air hoses, cleaning fluids, and hand tools.Complete visual inspection of parts to determine quality, as well as measure and/or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications.Read production schedules to determine what job will be next in rotationCorrect problems by adjusting controls or by stopping machines and opening holding devices.Start, monitor, and adjust robotic production lines.Modify computer-controlled robot movements.Comfortable working with and giving directions to other workers regarding machine set-up and useConduct trial runs and make necessary adjustments to equipment. Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.Compute and record settings for new work, applying knowledge of metal properties, and shop mathematics.Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.Evaluate the efficiency and reliability of industrial robotic systems, reprogramming or calibrating to achieve maximum quantity and quality.Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.Ability to take direction, coaching, and act positively to improve performance.Employee is responsible for ensuring all environmental practices are in line with job scope / position. Examples include but not limited to: proper waste disposal practices, reporting of spills, non-compliance to permit, and addressing any improper practices.Assumes additional duties as assigned, which may fall outside the primary scope of the role.ISO / Environmental Management System (EMS) Responsibilities:Demonstrate knowledge of the environmental processes and requirements applicable to their role.Requirements:Education & Experience:Required – High School Diploma or GED equivalent.Prefer at least 1 year of progressive robotic experience (programming, adjustments, etc.)Skilled in one of the following with knowledge of the others:WeldingElectricalPneumaticRoboticsPrefer 2 years of experience operating hand and power tools.General Skills/Experience:Aptitude in spatial reasoning, attention to detail, and skilled craftsmanship.Mechanical aptitude and experience (work with machines and general tooling).Skilled in hand and power tool usage.Ability to follow proper safety procedures.Proactive and takes ownership to resolve problems and issues.Ability to work with employees from many different cultures and backgrounds.Preference will be given to qualified local candidates.Software/Computer Skills & Experience:General knowledge of basic accessing information on the computer or entering data in a computer system.Prefers experience working with FANUC robots.General knowledge of PLCsEnvironmental & Physical Factors: The physical demands and work environment described below represent the activities and surroundings of the position(s). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Works primarily in a manufacturing facility.Daily contact with other departmental personnel.Occasionally works in all weather conditions, extreme temperatures, around chemicals and chemical fumes/emissions, dusty & clean environments.Requires the ability to stand for long periods of time, 8 or more hours.Frequently works with electrical and mechanical hazards.When working with surplus and scrap materials, will frequently be required to work outside and/or in an unair-conditioned warehouse.Continuous use of vision, hearing and speech.Frequent sitting, standing, walking and occasional bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching.Will lift, carry, pull / push, and reach for supplies and on occasion lifting (up to 50 lbs.) while performing various aspects of the job.