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The Robotics Lead Technician is responsible for programming robot weld machines and other programmable equipment. Provides the technical expertise required for integration, programming, assistance and service of robotic cells, including planning/writing of programming code as necessary, to ensure the end product meets functional goals expected of the product on required schedules. This position reports to the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer Weld/Paint.
Set up PLC and robot communications on new and old equipment
Understand weld quality
Troubleshoot and remedy weld defects, wire feeders, weld power sources, welding torches, etc
Debug robotics programs
Provide technical support for robotic systems
Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
Create back up of robot programs or parameters
Analyze and improve robot programs and move to improve efficiency
Reprogram automation for engineering changes and improvements
Set up/program/conduct tests for process improvement and new products
Provide technical assistance to production supervisors, industrial engineers, and project managers
Trains others when changes in equipment or programs
Involvement in the successful launch of new products and technology
Responsible for the monitoring and improving the manufacturing process, working with production, tooling, maintenance, quality to maximize throughput, quality, up-time, and reducing costs
Troubleshoot including but not limited to mechanical, electrical controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotics, vision, PLCs, tooling
Implement permanent corrective actions based on troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Process development and documentation of manufacturing work instructions
Evaluate downtime situations for root cause and suggest/implement improvements
Other duties as assigned by manager.
Requirements:
Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent 2-year college or technical school offering specialized robotic training preferred
Minimum 2 years Robotic Welding Programming experience required including robot interface, programming, or peripheral equipment integration/operation
2-5 years workable knowledge of MRC (Motoman) and Milacron knowledge required
Demonstrated knowledge of basic weld parameters and torch angles
Must have ability to program, startup, troubleshoot and repair robots, with an emphasis on programming
Robot and PLC interface code development and debug experience
Understand communication between PLC and robot integration
Reading and working from blueprints, programming and editing complex weldments, operating a highly technical robot, and work with select weld processes
Demonstrated knowledge of welding methods, programming logic, weld parameters, and highly technical equipment
Should be literate in computer skills using Windows, MSOffice and AutoCad
Customer Focus – solicits and uses feedback for continuous improvement. Strives for quality and excellence
Accountability – takes a no excuses approach to making things happen. Takes responsibility for own actions and results
Teamwork – Actively assists to move the team toward the completion of goals
Communication Skills – Effectively expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and in written form
Collaboration - Establishes collaborative relationships to achieve objectives
Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
What we offer:
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave