Robotic Welding Technician
About The Position
Build Your Future with SMF! Why Choose SMF? At SMF, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As part of Etnyre International, we have a 50-year legacy in high-quality metal fabrication, serving industries like construction, power generation, agriculture, and mining. We take pride in being a Tier One supplier to Fortune 500 OEMs, which means high standards, excellent quality, and rewarding work. Our team of skilled professionals and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities (spanning 200,000+ square feet) make SMF one of the top ½ percent of machine shops nationwide. In 2020, SMF joined Etnyre International, fueling even more growth and opportunity—and we want YOU to be part of it! Now Hiring: Robotic Welding Technician(s) Starting Pay Rates on Experience & Pre-Employment Test Results: Robotic Welding Technician Level I: $25.25 Robotic Welding Technician Level II: $27.25 Robotic Welding Technician Level III: $29.50
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Manufacturing, welding, machine operation, or technical experience preferred but not required.
- Basic mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to read and follow written work instructions.
- Ability to learn technical processes and equipment.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work safely in a production environment.
- Willingness to learn and progress within the Robotic Welding Technician career path.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate assigned robotic welding cells according to established procedures.
- Load and unload parts, fixtures, and materials into robotic welding cells.
- Start, stop, and monitor robotic weld cycles.
- Verify that the correct parts, fixtures, materials, and approved programs are being used.
- Monitor the welding process and immediately report abnormal conditions.
- Maintain production requirements while following established work instructions.
- Perform basic visual inspection of completed welds.
- Identify obvious weld defects and notify the appropriate personnel.
- Follow established weld procedures, quality standards, and inspection requirements.
- Properly identify and segregate nonconforming parts.
- Complete required production and quality documentation.
- Perform routine operator-level inspections and equipment checks.
- Maintain welding guns, contact tips, wire-feed components, fixtures, and other operator-maintained equipment.
- Identify unusual noises, movements, alarms, leaks, or other equipment conditions.
- Report equipment problems to the appropriate technician or lead.
- Maintain a clean and organized robotic welding cell.
- Follow all safety procedures and required PPE requirements.
- Follow robotic-cell safety procedures and machine-guarding requirements.
- Never bypass safety devices, interlocks, or guarding.
- Maintain safe material-handling practices.
- Immediately report unsafe conditions.
- Participate in training related to robotic welding, equipment operation, quality, and safety.
- Learn basic welding terminology, weld defects, fixtures, tooling, and robotic-cell operation.
- Develop the ability to recognize common equipment and process abnormalities.
- Seek guidance when encountering unfamiliar conditions or problems.
Benefits
- ANNUAL BONUS for ALL team members
- ANNUAL Wage Increases to reward your dedication
- Competitive Pay Based on Experience
- $2.50/hour Shift Premium for 2nd shift
- 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Additional Paid Holiday Break Days
- Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation & Flex Time)
- LOW-COST Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
- 401(k) with Employer Match & Profit Sharing
- Accident, Hospital, & Critical Illness Coverage Options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
