Robot Setter - SATX

Colonial Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

JCB in San Antonio, TX is seeking a skilled Robot Technician to program, set up, and optimize robotic welding and automation equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. You will focus on minimizing downtime, improving cycle times, and maintaining process stability while supporting new product introductions.

The role requires hands-on technical troubleshooting, collaboration with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams, and commitment to Lean and continuous

Qualifications

• Diploma or associate degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering, robotics, automation, or related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years in robotic welding, automation, or robotic manufacturing environments.
• Ability to pass drug screens, background checks, and pre-employment tests.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize robot programs for production requirements.
• Setup, teach, adjust, and troubleshoot robotic systems for new and existing products.
• Support changeovers, automation improvements, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Diagnose and resolve robot, tooling, and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Drive process improvements, lean initiatives, and NPI validation.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical

Detail oriented

Team player

MS Office

Education

Diploma / Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field

Tools

FANUC

KUKA

Robot programming

Job description

Company Profile

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long‑term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

Position Purpose

The Robot Technician is responsible for programming, setting, and optimizing robotic welding and automation equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. This role supports daily manufacturing operations by minimizing downtime, improving cycle times, and maintaining process stability. The position also drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports new product introductions.

Position Type

Full Time, FLSA Exempt

Location

13210 Palo Alto Rd., San Antonio, TX 78224

Benefits and Other Compensation

JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

Robot Programming & Automation

• Develop, modify, and optimize robot programs to support production requirements.
• Perform robot setup, programming, teaching, touch‑ups, and application adjustments for new and existing products.
• Manage product changeovers and ensure proper program configuration and selection.
• Support the implementation of robotic automation improvements across manufacturing operations.

Production Support & Troubleshooting

• Provide hands‑on technical support for robotic welding and automated manufacturing cells.
• Diagnose and resolve robot, tooling, equipment, and process‑related issues to minimize downtime.
• Support production teams in achieving daily output, cycle time, and efficiency targets.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure uninterrupted production.

Process Improvement & Optimization

• Continuously improve robotic programs and manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Optimize welding parameters, robot paths, sequence logic, and cell performance to reduce cycle times and improve quality.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to increase automation effectiveness and process reliability.

Quality & Process Control

• Ensure robotic processes consistently meet customer specifications and company quality standards.
• Verify weld quality, dimensional accuracy, and process repeatability.
• Investigate quality concerns, non‑conformances, and defects, implementing corrective and preventive actions as required.
• Support root cause analysis and continuous quality improvement efforts.

Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Support

• Perform routine robot inspections, TCP verification, calibration, and system health checks.
• Assist maintenance teams in diagnosing equipment failures and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor robot, tooling, and automation system performance to prevent unplanned downtime.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support new product launches through robot programming, process development, and validation activities.
• Participate in trial runs, process capability studies, and production readiness reviews.
• Assist with fixture, tooling, and automation validation to ensure successful program launches.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of new manufacturing processes.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure robotic systems operate in accordance with company safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Verify the functionality of safety devices, interlocks, guarding systems, and operational controls.
• Promote a culture of safety and proactively identify and report hazards.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory and company requirements.

Documentation & Training

• Maintain robot programs, setup sheets, work instructions, process documentation, and revision records.
• Train operators and technicians on robot operation, setup procedures, and basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Support standardization efforts and the sharing of best practices across manufacturing teams.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of technical documentation and training materials.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma, associate degree Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics, Automation, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in robotic welding, automation, or robotic manufacturing environments.

• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre‑employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in robot programming or operation (FANUC, KUKA, etc.).
• Experience with robotic welding cells for heavy fabrication or structural steel components.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and process validation activities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a high‑stress environment.
• Detail‑oriented and able to work independently.
• Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
• Ability to understand processes (system and non‑system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self‑motivated team player.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Job Conditions

• Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Remain stationary, operate hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk.
• The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.

EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at [e-mail].

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.