Robot Weld Operator - 2nd Shift

ADP, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Caldwell is seeking a Robot Weld Operator for the 2nd shift in Rockford, IL. The role involves operating industrial robots to fabricate metal parts, performing MIG welding as needed, and ensuring parts meet quality standards.

The position requires experience with weld robots, welding, and reading weld symbols, with a 2G test as part of qualifications. The 2nd shift runs four 10-hour days from 3:00pm to 1:30am with a $5 per hour shift differential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience operating a weld robot.
• Two years of welding experience.
• Ability to pass a 2G horizontal weld test.
• Knowledge of welding equipment and tools and their maintenance.
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials for various alloys.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, weld symbols and procedures.
• Ability to obtain certification on overhead crane and forklift.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more industrial robots to fabricate metal parts or assemblies per welding specifications.
• Clamps, holds, grinds, or bolts parts to configurations for welding.
• Adjust machine controls and make program edits as needed to prevent collisions or errors.
• Unload welded parts and place them in containers or on skids.
• Perform basic MIG welding and grinding to meet quality standards.
• Inspect finished pieces against specifications using gauges and inspection sheets.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and maintain a clean work area.
• Operate overhead crane to position weldments and adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Math skills

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment knowledge

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Job description

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Robot Weld Operator - 2nd Shift

Rockford, IL, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $34.00 Hourly

The second shift schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday from 3:00pm to 1:30am. Caldwell offers a $5.00 per hour shift differential for second shift. The Robot Weld Operator position is responsible for operating one or more industrial robots to fabricate metal parts or assemblies to specification by applying basic knowledge of welding theory on production.

Job Duties:

• Clamps, holds, grinds, or bolts component parts to object required configurations and positions for welding
• Moves machine controls and guides to adjust machine
• Performs program edits to correct if a collision, fault, or error message occurs with the robot.
• Unloads welded parts from the robotic welder and places them on appropriate containers and skids.
• Performs basic MIG welding techniques, as needed, following weld standards
• Performs grinding as needed to ensure product meets required specifications and quality standards
• Examines finished work pieces to very conformance with specifications, according to operation inspection sheet, quality control plans, and/or customer notes using instruments such as gauges
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on equipment and machines
• Uses overhead crane to position weldments
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area and equipment.
• Complies with all safety rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates the Caldwell values in all work activities.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience operating a weld robot
• Two years of welding experience
• Ability to pass a 2G horizontal weld test
• Knowledge of welding equipment and tools including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials application for various steel alloys, SS, aluminum, and others
• Knowledge of basic math skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents including prints, weld symbols, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals
• Ability to obtain a certification on overhead crane and forklift

Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level can be loud during periods in the manufacturing area.

Physical Requirements:

Continuously required to stand. Frequently required to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and engage in repetitive use of hands. Occasionally must bend; reach overhead; crouch, kneel, push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds; and talk and listen.