Robotic Weld Operator

Robotic Weld TechnicianAs Robot Weld Technician you will setup, operate, and troubleshoot robot equipment to build mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. You will directly assist in the integration, start-up and maintenance of plant floor welding equipment, including weld controls, and MIG welding robots.Specific Responsibilities:Identify and perform correct robotic welding parameters, welding procedures, and operations.Troubleshoot part fit-up problemsCreate robotic welding programs, modify existing welding programs, and conduct welding cell cycle time calculations.Inspects welds and checks critical measurements upon completion to ensure they meet specifications and criteria.Visually Checks piece parts for quality and verifies that piece part quantity matches the blueprint. Reports any discrepancies to team lead or supervisor.Read and consult blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to execute jobs and tasks to specificationAt time this position may need to perform welding skills including:Set the weld machine to correct setting for weld application. Weld unit to print specifications following guidelines and procedures to control warping on all products.Welds small components and large components in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)Trim metal components using hand torch or hand plasmaDeburr parts as needed before welding and or operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be weldedMonitors work environment for hazards and reports all concernsFollows safety protocol, including wearing gloves, ear plugs, face shields, and safety shoesMaintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safetySafely operate overhead cranes and jib poles in order to maneuver parts and sub-assemblies into position by rigging and rolling with hoists and chains.Maintain assigned work area in a clean and orderly mannerFill in as needed / Perform other duties as assignedPosition Requirements:Adequate training and experience; Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school is preferableRelated work experience on robotic welding applications highly preferred.Job Specific Capabilities:Proven experience as welderExperience using a variety of welding equipment and proceduresAbility to read and interpret technical documents and drawingsStrong analytical thinking, problem solving and computer skillsAdapt to technology changes quickly and seamlesslyKnowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective equipment and clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)Skill and attention to detailProfessional Certification in Robotic Welding applications (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) preferredCommunication – Ability to read, write and speak English. Must be able to articulate ideas and plans and communicate these accurately and effectively to others.Physical Capabilities:Hand Tools Used: Clamps, hammers, tape measure, speed square, grinder, wrenches, sockets, punch level, digital angle gaugeEquipment Used: Two-ton lift, ten-ton lift, large part/equipment rotator, Miller Delta weld 452 Welder, hand grinder with various attachments, oxygen acetylene torch, Forklift, RobotMovement: Constant movement includes: walking, standing; Frequent Movement includes: climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching/squattingLift and or Carry: 50Lbs Frequently, over 20lbs constantly, Over 100lbs occasionally with assistance.Sensory: Hearing, Speech, Vision, Smell, Tactile