Robotic Welder

Fabrifast•Hartford, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Robotic Welder is a skilled professional responsible for programming, operating, and maintaining robotic welding systems to join and fabricate metal components. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in interpreting blueprints, programming or editing robotic weld paths, and monitoring automated welding cells to produce high-quality, consistent welds. Attention to detail, precision, and a commitment to safety are crucial traits for success in this role. The Robotic Welder must be proficient in ensuring the structural integrity of welded components while adhering to industry standards and project specifications.

Requirements

Safely operate robotic welding equipment and use safe work habits
Ability to program, edit, and troubleshoot robotic weld paths and parameters
Working knowledge of MIG welding principles as applied through robotic systems
Have good math ability and problem-solving skills
Read and interpret blueprints efficiently
Have at least 1-2 years' experience with robotic or automated welding (manual welding experience with robotic exposure also considered)

Responsibilities

Set up, program, and operate robotic welding cells and associated fixtures, including teaching or editing weld paths and parameters
Select and install proper welding consumables (wire, gas, contact tips) according to weld program specifications and material types/thicknesses
Determine required equipment and welding parameters, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and robotic welding techniques
Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter
Position and secure workpieces in fixtures, using hoists, cranes, wire, and banding machines or hand tools as needed
Monitor robotic weld cycles for quality, troubleshoot programming or equipment faults, and make minor program adjustments to maintain weld quality
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of robotic welding equipment, torches, and fixtures
Perform other tasks as assigned and required