Robot Operator - 1st shift (6:00 am – 2:30 pm)

Dowding Industries Inc; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dowding Industries, Inc. is seeking a dependable robot operator to operate, maintain, program, and clean robots in our Michigan manufacturing facility. You will load parts, inspect output, perform hand welding as needed, and prepare robots for new production cycles.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, welding experience, and ability to read blueprints. Teamwork, attention to detail, and strict safety adherence are essential. We offer a competitive package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of welding experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a related role preferred.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to work with limited supervision.
• Quality standards must be strictly adhered to; attention to detail is extremely important.
• Basic understanding of blueprints required.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Load parts into jig in the correct sequence.
• Inspect all parts produced.
• Perform hand welding as required.
• Prepare robot for next production lot by setting jig and setting robot program.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Follow company safety procedures and other policies.
• Change welding wire when required.
• Report any safety concerns or issues to the immediate attention of supervisor.
• Troubleshoot and determine root cause, to include analysis, and diagnosis of robotic equipment.
• Interpret and respond to robot event messages.
• Perform robot program storage and retrieval.
• Properly start up and shut down robot.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Fast and accurate work

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Robotic equipment troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Since 1965, Dowding has grown from a tool and die manufacturer to a leading edge, world-class manufacturer of metal stampings, fabrication, precision machined components, and assemblies. We capitalize on our rich manufacturing history and utilize Michigan's engineering expertise to provide our customers the competitive advantage needed in today's markets. At Dowding Industries, we utilize only the latest advanced processing methods and assembly technologies to deliver tomorrow's solutions, today. Producing parts for automotive, railcar, defense and infrastructure sectors as well, we are helping bring Michigan back to the forefront of manufacturing! Dowding Industries is firmly committed to providing products and services which in all ways meet or exceed our customer's requirements for delivery, quality and value.

Position Summary

Operate, maintain, program, and clean robots. Perform other manufacturing tasks as needed and assigned.

Responsibilities

• Load parts into jig in the correct sequence.
• Inspect all parts produced.
• Perform hand welding as required.
• Prepare robot for next production lot by setting jig and setting robot program.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Follow company safety procedures and other policies.
• Change welding wire when required.
• Report any and all safety concerns or issues to the immediate attention of supervisor.
• Troubleshoot and determine root cause, to include analysis, and diagnosis of robotic equipment.
• Interpret and respond to robot event messages.
• Perform robot program storage and retrieval.
• Properly start up and shut down robot.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of welding experience preferred
• Previous experience in a related role preferred
• Ability to work quickly and accurately
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to work with limited supervision
• Quality standards must be strictly adhered to, so attention to detail is extremely important
• Basic understanding of blueprints required
• Regular and reliable attendance

Physical Requirements

• The employee is required to remain upright on the feet for sustained periods of time. Employee will be required to reach or lift up to 30 lbs. Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. may be required.
• Position is subject to substantial movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes where the seeing job is within arm’s reach.
• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Exposure to chemicals, moving, mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high noise levels sometimes required.

Dowding Industries, Inc. Offers a Competitive Total Compensation Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (including spouse or domestic partner and children)
• Medical flexible spending account
• Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Dowding Industries Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We encourage qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.