Job Title: Welding Robot Operator –

Job Description

This role operates, sets up, and maintains automated robotic welding equipment to produce high-quality welded metal components safely and efficiently. The Welding Robot Operator works on the 2nd shift and supports consistent, high-volume production by combining robotic programming skills with hands-on MIG and TIG welding expertise.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic welders to produce welded metal components in a safe, efficient, and consistent manner.
• Set up robotic welding equipment, including fixtures, tooling, and programs, to meet production requirements.
• Program robotic welders to perform precise welds according to welding procedure specifications (WPS) and engineering drawings.
• Perform MIG and TIG welding as needed to support production, rework, or special projects.
• Read and interpret WPS and engineering drawings to ensure welds meet quality and design requirements.
• Monitor weld quality throughout the production process and make adjustments to programs or setups to maintain high standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with robotic welding cells, including equipment, programming, and process problems.
• Maintain a methodical, organized, and precise approach to work to ensure repeatable, high-quality results.
• Collaborate with team members to solve problems, improve processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on robotic welding equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Support fabrication activities related to pressure vessels and other welded assemblies as needed.
• Complete other related duties as assigned to support production and plant operations.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience in robot operation, with robotic welding experience strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience operating, setting up, and programming robotic welders.
• Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding in a production or fabrication environment.
• Ability to read and apply welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Strong aptitude for problem solving in a production and automation environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Methodical, organized, and precise work style with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and proposing practical solutions.
• Experience working with fabrication processes, including work on pressure vessels, is a plus.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification in welding is strongly preferred.
• Experience and certification in welding in accordance with recognized standards is a plus.
• Background in robotic programming for welding applications is beneficial.
• Experience with fabrication of pressure vessels or similar complex welded assemblies is advantageous.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with expanding operations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing, global organization that offers comprehensive benefits and meaningful opportunities for advancement. The company provides medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage, along with a 401(k) plan that includes a contribution and match to support your long-term financial security. You can enjoy paid vacation and holidays that promote healthy work-life balance. With thousands of employees across dozens of locations, there are extensive paths for career growth and development. The organization invests in your well-being through unique, personalized wellness programs that can earn you healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions. You will also be part of a company that actively pursues eco-friendly, sustainable solutions and is committed to pushing the boundaries of sustainability for future generations.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility that is organized, well kept, and currently expanding. The environment is non-climate-controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. You will work with automated robotic welding equipment, MIG and TIG welding tools, and fabrication machinery in a production setting. The regular schedule for this role is 2nd shift, from 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday. Initial training takes place on a daytime schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The facility emphasizes safe operations, structured processes, and a clean, orderly workspace to support efficient and reliable production.

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