Robotic Welder

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Join a growing employee-owned manufacturing organization specializing in the production, fabrication, and distribution of industrial building components and systems. With multiple facilities across the United States, the company is committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service through a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

The Robotic Welder Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining robotic welding equipment used in a production environment. This role ensures high-quality welds, supports production goals, and helps drive operational excellence while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, program, and maintain robotic welding systems.
• Follow all safety procedures and properly use required PPE.
• Set up equipment and perform work according to established operating procedures and work instructions.
• Report equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance as needed.
• Interpret fabrication drawings, welding symbols, and specifications.
• Load and unload robotic welding cells.
• Inspect weld quality and complete any welds not performed by the robot.
• Prepare materials and joints according to welding procedures and engineering drawings.
• Use welding and fabrication tools, including welding machines, grinders, plasma cutters, oxy-fuel equipment, and measuring instruments.
• Verify dimensions and specifications using precision measuring tools.
• Clean, inspect, mark, and identify completed components.
• Safely move materials and finished products using cranes, hoists, or other lifting equipment as required.
• Maintain production records and visual tracking systems.
• Participate in cross-training and support other production areas as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of welding experience.
• Ability to pass an AWS D1.1 welding qualification test (2G position, unlimited thickness).
• Certified Robotic Arc Welder Operator.
• Current forklift and crane certifications (where applicable).
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols and fabrication drawings.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Knowledge of robotic welding programming and troubleshooting.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Occasional climbing, crawling, and sitting.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds.
• Must be able to wear required respiratory protection, including a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).

Schedule & Travel

• Flexibility to work weekends, alternate shifts, overtime, on-call schedules, or at other facilities when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package may include:

• Employee ownership/profit-sharing opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Education assistance and professional development support
• Life and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Performance-based compensation opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.