2nd SHIFT ROBOT OPERATOR

Wayne Metals LLC; Markle (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Metals LLC is seeking a skilled Welder/Robotic Operator to set up and oversee robotic welding cells, ensuring the production of high-quality components per blueprints and customer specs. You will monitor programs, perform touch-ups, inspect welds, and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

The role requires reading weld symbols, understanding MIG/GMAW processes, and collaborating with a team to meet production targets while adhering to quality standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MIG/GMAW welding processes.
• Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.
• Experience with robotic welding systems.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Welding certification or formal welding training.
• Experience with steel fabrication and fixtures.
• Familiarity with welding codes and quality standards.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up robotic welding cells, fixtures, tooling, and wire.
• Load and unload parts into robotic fixtures.
• Start, monitor, and adjust robotic welding programs to ensure weld quality.
• Perform minor program touch-ups and adjustments as required.
• Inspect welds for quality, penetration, and appearance.
• Must use hand tools like grinders and dynafiles to remove weld burrs.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of robotic welding equipment and processes.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks (cleaning, tip changes, wire changes).
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or safety issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area per 5S standards.
• Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and meet production standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production needs.
• Comply with Wayne Metals, LLC quality system requirements and defect prevention.

Skills

Welding processes

Blueprint reading

Robotic welding systems

Quality awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Weld symbols

Physical ability

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Grinders

Dynafile

Robotic welding equipment

SPC systems

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Set up and operate robotic welding cells to produce high-quality welded components in accordance with customer specifications, blueprints, and company quality standards. Responsible for machine setup, program monitoring and adjustments, weld quality verification, basic troubleshooting, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up robotic welding cells, including fixtures, tooling, wire,
• Load and unload parts into robotic welding fixtures.
• Start, monitor, and adjust robotic welding programs to ensure proper weld quality.
• Perform minor program touch-ups and adjustments as required.
• Inspect welds for quality, penetration, and appearance according to specifications.
• Must be able to use hand tools lie grinders, dyna files, and general tools that are necessary to remove weld berries and to perform other general labor operations in the department
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of robotic welding equipment and processes.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks (cleaning, tip changes, wire changes).
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or safety issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Meet production, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production needs.
• Must comply with Wayne Metals, LLC quality system requirements, defect/error prevention and waste reduction. Will be required to do quality checks. Will be trained and use SPC systems in place for production operations.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate or equivalent training or work experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of welding processes (MIG/GMAW preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Basic understanding of robotic welding systems and controls.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Previous experience operating robotic welding equipment.
• Welding certification or formal welding training.
• Experience with steel fabrication and fixtures.
• Familiarity with welding codes and quality standards.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for part handling and equipment operation.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, fumes, and dust.