Robot Operator

Robotic Welder Operator

The Robotic Welder Operator works with little or no instruction in performing robotic welding of steel in various shapes, sizes, and thicknesses as needed for projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Programs, sets-up, and operates robotic welder.
• Builds or modifies tooling for product and new design.
• Complete fit-up of structure, pipe and accessories for vessels.
• Welds in multiple positions.
• Trains and mentor others.
• Identify various metals and alloys such as mild & high strength steel, aluminum, and stainless as well as identify structural shapes.
• Use measuring devices and gauges to determine thickness and size of metal.
• Use oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting metals.
• Use grinder and other hand or power tools required to grind, bevel, or fit metals together, and remove slag.
• Read and follow blueprints to determine structure or fit of parts that are being welded and are in compliance with the Method of Production Standard.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Specifications:

• Good knowledge of welding procedures, practices, symbols, and techniques required to weld and/or fuse metals together.
• Skilled ability to use hand and power tools associated with welding, such as chipping hammer, grinder, arc welder, and oxygen/acetylene torch including setup or connection of hoses, cords, and regulators.
• Accomplished ability to read and comprehend blueprints and/or sketches.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computers.
• Knowledge and ability to use common measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, square, file or rasp.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Ability to contribute and work in a team environment.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure first quality of work.
• Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in course of work.
• Willingness to work additional hours in order to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.

Skills and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED with additional technical training in welding and machine operations.
• Proficient in both verbal and written English.
• Basic math comprehension: counting, arithmetic, interpreting numerical information such as ranges and an understanding of units of measure including metric system.