Robot Weld Technician

RFC • Shelbyville, KY

8h

About The Position

The Robot Weld Technician sets up, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and continuously improves robotic welding systems. The role provides technical support to Production while coordinating with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality, and supports safety, quality, cost reduction, and Lean initiatives. The technician also trains operators and helps develop team members’ technical skills.

The position includes basic robotic programming, fixture and tooling work, manual welding, preventive maintenance, operator training, equipment troubleshooting, installation and relocation support, paperwork, consumables research and inventory support, and compliance with procedures, safety practices, quality requirements, and ISO standards. Employees hired for the weekend schedule may train on other shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience, or equivalent training or education, setting up machines and operating specialized machines.
• Ability to follow SOPs, work instructions, and blueprints.
• Ability to use safe working practices and Lock-Out/Tag-out procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to robotics, fixtures, and GMAW welding.
• Experience with robotics, jigs, fixtures, and gas metal arc welding.
• Troubleshooting experience assisting the Maintenance department and providing technical support.
• First Responder training for medical injuries (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve robotic welding systems.
• Perform basic robotic programming, including adding, modifying, or removing position points and adding or modifying arc-start files.
• Perform basic fixture and tooling work, including datum adjustments and tooling sensor replacements.
• Perform welding, including achieving RFC manual welder qualifications.
• Complete basic robotic preventive maintenance, including replacing wire feeders, drive rolls, welding torches and hose packs, wire liners, and goosenecks.
• Provide basic training to loaders, welders, and inspectors, and help develop team members’ technical skills.
• Assist Maintenance and Engineering with troubleshooting equipment and process problems.
• Determine when support department resources should be called to assist operators.
• Provide technical problem-solving support to Production and coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Customer Service, and Maintenance.
• Assist with equipment installation and relocation.
• Complete daily or weekly paperwork and reporting as required.
• Participate in Lean Production initiatives and support safety, quality, and cost-reduction efforts.
• Research and conduct trials of supplies and consumables to improve cost or quality, and help maintain consumable inventory levels.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, blueprints, quality and ISO standards, safe work practices, and good housekeeping practices.
• Complete training on new and existing equipment and use Lock-Out/Tag-out procedures to secure equipment.
• Promote a positive attitude and confidence among Production employees.
• Optionally receive training and act as a First Responder to medical injuries.

Benefits

• Multiple health insurance options, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, health savings accounts or flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off during the first year, including vacation, personal, and sick time.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) with up to a 6% match.
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus.
• Apprenticeship programs and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Leadership training opportunities.
• TogetherWeCare philanthropic volunteer program, allowing employees to support their community on company time.
• Weekend shift differential of $3.00 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED