Industrial Robotics Technician — Automate, Troubleshoot & Optimize

Magna Castings North America; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Castings North America is seeking a Robotics Technician to install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain robotic systems in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You will support production by ensuring safe, reliable automation and minimizing downtime.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, programming robot paths, conducting preventive maintenance, and collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to drive process improvements while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in a technical field and hands‑on robotic maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2 years troubleshooting and maintaining industrial robotic systems in manufacturing.
• Experience with FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, or Universal Robots.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, sensors, and industrial controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain industrial robots and automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot robotic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control system issues.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on robotic systems and related equipment.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to restore operation.
• Program, modify, and optimize robot paths and sequences to improve efficiency.
• Support equipment startups, commissioning activities, and production launches.
• Monitor robot performance and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, quality, and production teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Document maintenance activities and performance data.
• Assist with training operators and maintenance personnel.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and recommend replacements as needed.

Skills

Robot troubleshooting

PLC/CMMS

Schematic reading

Team collaboration

Robot programming

Education

Associate degree in Robotics

Tools

FANUC robots

ABB robots

KUKA robots

Yaskawa/Motoman

Universal Robots

Job description

Magna Castings North America is seeking a Robotics Technician to install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain robotic systems in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You will support production by ensuring safe, reliable automation and minimizing downtime.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, programming robot paths, conducting preventive maintenance, and collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to drive process improvements while upholding safety standards.