Carts - Cobot Welder Operator

Jamco Products, Inc; South Beloit, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamco Products Inc., a Myers Industries Company, located in South Beloit, Illinois, seeks a robotic welding technician for the 2nd shift from 2:30pm to 11:30pm. The role involves operating robotic welding equipment, performing setup, and maintaining safety standards.

Qualified candidates will have industrial welding or robotics experience, the ability to read orders and blueprints, and proficiency with measuring tools. Pay ranges from $20 to $25 per hour DOE, with a $1.00/hr shift differential.

Qualifications

• Experience with robotic welding and MIG processes.
• Ability to read and interpret production orders and drawings.
• Comfort with handheld measuring tools and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic welder and perform preventive maintenance and adjustments.
• Read orders and determine set-up including fixtures and metals.
• Secure parts in jigs and fixtures for welding.
• Perform basic MIG welding as needed.
• Inspect welds and ensure conformance to specifications.

Skills

Robotic welding

GMAW MIG

Measuring tools

Math skills

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

Education

Technical degree in welding/robotics

Tools

GO/NO GO gauges

IPAD

Machine software

Job description

Jamco Products Inc., a Myers Industries Company (NYSE: MYE), is the industry's largest manufacturer of industrial grade fully welded carts, trucks, tables, cabinets, platforms, workbenches, and more in steel & stainless steel. With over 500 models in 3,000 sizes, Jamco is sure to have something to fit the industrial transport or storage needs of each client. Jamco Products is located in South Beloit, Illinois and has distribution warehouses in IL, FL, & TX.

2 st Shift | 2:30pm - 11:30pm

$20-25/hour DOE (+$1.00/hr shift differential)

Job Overview:

This position implements all functions involved with operation of robotic welding equipment. The successful candidate will have industrial welding and robotic technician experience and must be self-motivated, possess and demonstrate safety hazard recognition and mitigation abilities to ensure a safe work environment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all functions involved in operation of robotic welder, including preventative maintenance, programming, touch point, and operations corrections.
• Reads production orders, quality control plans and blueprints to determine required set-up including fixture needed and type of metal being welded.
• Retrieves parts and secures parts in jigs and fixtures with clamps.
• Performs basic MIG welding techniques as needed.
• Cleans jigs, table and work area using grinder and chisels if necessary and visually examines welds for conformance to specifications.
• Inspect and rewelds non-conforming welds.
• Arranges welded pieces in an orderly fashion and moves finished parts to staging area.
• Examines finished weldment to verify conformance with specifications according to operator inspection sheet, quality control plans using gauges such as tape measure, caliper, GO/NO GO gauges, etc.
• Records work output and red tag and report defective materials or questionable conditions.
• Maintains Companies 6S follows and all safe work practices, quality, efficiency, and productivity standards.
• Ability to resolve wire feed issues , shielding gas flow errors (Ar or CO₂ mixes), and tool center point (TCP) calibrations
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the company.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must be technically proficient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of welding equipment and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of weld wire, fixtures and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
• Knowledge of intermediate to advanced math skills.
• Ability to use handheld measuring tools.
• Ability to perform computer functions as they pertain to the job, IPAD, machine software and help desk.
• Understanding of GMAW (MIG) steel and stainless-steel parameters, heat distortion limits, and joint configurations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of an internal welding test and an internal programming test; both written and

• Technical degree in welding and/or robotics preferred.
• 2+ years welding experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand for long periods and work in various positions, including bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Capability to lift and carry heavy materials and equipment (up to 50 lbs.) as needed.
• Tolerance for working in environments with high temperatures, cold environment, noise, and potential exposure to fumes and sparks.
• This position is typically performed in a manufacturing setting, where the individual may be exposed to various environmental conditions.
• The role may involve working independently or as part of a team, depending on the project requirements.

Additional Information:

• This is an entry-level position with opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
• Training and development programs may be provided to enhance welding skills and knowledge.

Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.