Robotic Welder

Robotic Welder

Universal Tank & Fabrication

1 Positions

ID: 96438

Posted On 10/06/2026

Job Overview

Universal Tank & Fabrication is an industry-leading manufacturer of ASME-certified pressure vessels and specialized fabrications. We are seeking a skilled Robotic Welder to join our growing team in Dubuque, Iowa.

In this role, you will be responsible for operating, programming, and maintaining robotic welding equipment to fabricate high-quality metal components and pressure vessels according to customer specifications. You will play a vital role in our mission of " Delivering on our Promise of Quality. "

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation & Setup: Program, set up, and operate robotic and automated welding systems (including MIG/TIG processes).

• Production Preparation: Load, align, position, and fit components into welding fixtures and jigs safely according to technical specifications.

• Programming & Optimization: Develop, modify, and fine-tune robotic welding programs to maximize productivity, improve efficiency, and reduce material scrap.

• Quality Assurance: Inspect finished welds for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with blueprints and technical drawings. Use measuring tools like calipers, micrometers, and tape measures to verify tolerances.

• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting on welding robots, controllers, sensors, and peripheral tooling.

• Safety & Workplace Culture: Follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE. Support continuous improvement initiatives centered on Safety, 5S, and efficiency. Maintain a clean, organized work environment.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Completion of technical training in robotic systems is highly preferred but not required.

• Experience: Previous hands-on welding experience; proficiency in various techniques including MIG and TIG welding.

• Technical Skills: Strong ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, welding symbols, and industrial drawings.

• Certifications: Successful completion of an in-house welding test is required.

• Physical Demands: Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and handle regular physical activity in a manufacturing plant environment.

• Soft Skills: Strong work ethic, exceptional attention to detail, and dependable attendance.

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Reports to: Plant Manager

*Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Details

Categories

Maintenance/Repair

Manufacturing

Production

Skilled Labor Trades

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

First Shift

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Experience

1-2 Years

Company ID

1311

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20261006

End Date

20261030

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Universal Tank & Fabrication

About the Company

Universal was built from the ground up on the belief that integrity matters. Integrity runs throughout our 43,000 square feet of ASME tank and pressure vessel fabrication operations. We believe personally and collectively in the importance of operational excellence, which is why we invest heavily in people, equipment and ongoing process improvements throughout our organization. . Honest and trustworthy service consistently bring greater value to our customers in the way of project flexibility, quality, performance, cost minimization, and delivery.

Universal Tank & Fabrication was built from the ground up on the belief that integrity matters. Integrity runs throughout our 43,000 square foot facility making Universal the best fabrication and ASME-certified pressure vessel manufacturer in the country. We believe personally and collectively in the importance of operational excellence, which is why we invest heavily in people, equipment and ongoing process improvements throughout our organization. Honest and trustworthy service consistently bring greater value to our customers in the way of project flexibility, quality, performance, cost minimization, and delivery.