Robotic Welding Operator

JCB North America•Pooler, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Robotic Welding Operator safely operates robotic welding equipment to produce components that meet required quality standards and production targets. The role involves loading and unloading fixtures, selecting approved programmes, completing routine equipment checks, and inspecting weld quality. The operator promptly identifies and escalates equipment faults, fixture issues, and weld defects to minimize downtime and prevent non-conforming production. The position is full-time and non-exempt, based at 2000 Bamford Blvd., Pooler, Georgia.

Requirements

Practical manual welding experience, including the ability to weld up fillers and complete weld touch-ups to required quality standards.
Ability to read basic engineering drawings, welding symbols, and work instructions.
Ability to operate manufacturing equipment safely and complete required robotic welding operator training.
Ability to inspect weld quality, identify defects, and report equipment or fixture issues.
Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including Friday–Sunday, 6 a.m.–6 p.m.
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 35 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities involving fine movements or large motions.
Must be able to grasp or pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn the wrist.
Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
Must be able to push and pull with reasonable force.
Must be able to bend, stoop, climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
Must be able to work in multiple climates, including hot and cold temperatures, and in a dusty environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating robotic welding equipment.
Experience with MIG welding in a fabrication or production environment.
Familiarity with welding fixtures, component fit-up, and clamping systems.
Experience inspecting welds and identifying common welding defects.
Experience completing routine equipment checks, consumable changes, and basic fault recovery within authorized limits.

Responsibilities

Complete pre-use safety and equipment checks, reporting defects before operation.
Operate robotic welding equipment safely, following approved procedures and standard work.
Load and unload components, ensuring correct positioning, seating, and clamping within fixtures.
Select approved welding programmes and operate within authorised settings.
Inspect completed welds and carry out required first-off and in-process quality checks.
Manually weld up fillers and complete required weld touch-ups in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality standards.
Identify and segregate non-conforming components, escalating weld defects, fixture issues, and equipment faults.
Carry out authorised routine cleaning and consumable replacement, maintaining good housekeeping.
Record production output, downtime, scrap, and rework accurately, and provide clear shift handovers.