3RD SHIFT ROBOTICS TECHNICIAN

RESRG Automotive; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

RESRG Automotive seeks an hourly Robotics Technician for its Covington, GA facility on 3rd shift (Mon-Fri, 10:50 PM–7:00 AM). You will report to the Robotics Maintenance Supervisor and perform daily checks, EOAT inspections, and program implementations to support molding operations.

The role requires experience with Fanuc robots and injection molding, strong communication, and a continuous improvement mindset. Occasional travel and flexibility for overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Fanuc robot experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of injection molding experience preferred.
• Familiar with molding operation and robot programming preferred.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in developing interpersonal relationships.
• Analytical problem solver with a mindset of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily checks to ensure parts de-gate correctly.
• Inspect EOAT for repair needs and review/approve new EOAT.
• Implement photo eyes, sensors, cameras, etc.
• Mentor and train other technicians.
• Support and assist all new program launches.
• Investigate and implement new technologies for automation in molding.
• Focus on a no-touch automation setup.
• Process moldings to quality standards.
• Adhere to plant policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Maintain 5-S in molding area and organize tools/equipment.
• Develop ideas to improve cycle times.
• Complete production tasks per procedures and work instructions.
• Own department goals for quality, productivity, and safety.

Skills

Fanuc robot experience

Injection molding experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Teamwork

Education

Technical degree in related field

Tools

Windows-based PC

Job description

We are hiring an hourly Robotics Technician for our RESRG Automotive facility in Covington, GA. With a global footprint across four continents and a commitment to sustainability, RESRG Automotive specializes in advanced exterior and interior systems, offering cutting-edge technologies to meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry.

The schedule is for 3rd shift: Monday through Friday, 10:50 PM to 7:00 AM

This position reports to the Robotics Maintenance Supervisor.

What You Will Do In Your Role

• Must complete a daily check that all parts are de-gating correctly.
• Must inspect EOAT for repair needs as well as review and approve new EOAT
• Must implement photo eyes, sensors, cameras, etc.
• Mentor and train other technicians.
• Eliminate all gate trim related issues.
• Must support and assist all new program launches.
• Must investigate and implement new technologies for all automation in molding.
• Must be focused on a no touch automation set-up.
• Must process moldings to quality standards and not opinions.
• Adhere to all plant policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Must keep the molding area clean and organized using 5-S.
• Maintain and continuously improve work area(s) as well as associated tools and equipment.
• Develop new ideas to improve cycle times.
• Complete production tasks in accordance with procedures and work instructions
• Accept personal ownership of company, plant, and department goals for quality, productivity, and safety.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 75 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures & perform work indoors/outdoors as needed
• Frequently required to stand and walk; use hands to finger fine manipulation, handle, and feel; reach with arms and hands above head.
• Sometimes required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or sit.
• Specific vision requirements: close, distance, color, peripheral.

Requirements

The Experience You Will Bring

• Fanuc robot experience preferred
• 1-3 years of injection molding experience preferred.
• Familiar with molding operation and robot programming preferred.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in developing interpersonal relationships.
• Highly motivated, self-starting individual who is comfortable working as part of a high performing team.
• Analytical problem solver with a mindset of continuous improvement.
• Ability to distinguish variation in product integrity as well as other defects.
• Receptive to never-ending change.
• Windows based personal computer skills.
• Must maintain high standards for work attendance and performance.
• Must be willing to travel whether it be for work-related issues or training.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule, extended hours, and weekends if required to meet production requirements as well as special projects.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Technical degree in a related field of study preferred
• Experience with injection molding strongly preferred

Work Environment

• The Maintenance Technician will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and safety shoes
• The facility is temperature controlled; the normal temperature is approximately 68F during the winter and 85F during the summer
• Daily work involves working with grease, oils and other manufacturing related chemicals
• Daily work involves being in and around elevated temperatures and heat sources of up to 800