Robot Welder Operator

Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co; Webb City (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

401k matching

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co. is seeking a Robot Welder Operator in Webb City, MO. The role focuses on layout, fitting, setup, and operation of robotic welding systems in alignment with blueprints and work orders.

Responsibilities include diagnosing robot issues, programming, maintaining systems, training operators, and ensuring welds meet specifications. Work environment is safety-conscious with standard factory conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Three years programming and operation of robotic welders and plasma cutting equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and diagnose issues in robotic systems by collaborating with programmers and staff.
• Install, operate, and maintain robots and end-effectors.
• Train other robot operators as needed.
• Ensure programs and revisions follow ISO documentation and work instructions.
• Review data sheets daily to identify weld issues and update programs accordingly.
• Ensure welds meet engineering specifications and follow weld patterns.
• Back up all programs per work instructions.
• Perform routine maintenance on robotic systems and components.
• Maintain service records for automated production systems.
• Contribute to a safe work environment and communicate effectively with team.

Skills

Robotics programming

Robotic welder operation

Troubleshooting

Electrical/electronic literacy

Data analysis

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC robotic welding equipment

Plasma cutting equipment

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Webb City, MO, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $25.50 Hourly

Summary/Objective

The Robot Welder Operator is responsible for the layout, fitting, setting up, and operation of the robotic welding systems specified by the blueprints and work orders.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Identifies problems and issues in robotic systems, communicating with robotics programmers, specialists, or other staff to diagnose and understand issues.
• Installs programs, operates and maintains robots and equipment such as controllers, end-of-arm tooling, and conveyors.
• Training other robot operators at managements discretion
• Ensure programs and revisions are maintained, and all work instructions are followed, as stated in the ISO documentation.
• Reviewing data sheets each day to identify missed welds, configuration errors, and poor welds, and resolve by updating programs
• Ensure welds meet the specifications designed by engineering, and weld patterns are correct and optimized.
• Ensure data sheets are turned in as required or notify the supervisor for assistance.
• Ensure all programs are backed up per the work instruction.
• Performs operator preventive and curative maintenance on robotic systems and components.
• Maintains service records for automated production systems and robotic equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Verification that finished work is in conformance.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communication in a cohesive manner with management and peers.
• Behave in a safe manner and maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical repair, computer programming, and electric circuit design.
• Basic understanding of programming code used to control devices.
• Thorough understanding of diagnostic and repair tools including oscilloscopes and multi-meters.
• Basic understanding of programmable logic controllers and electronics schematics.
• Thorough understanding of theoretical approaches to robotics engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to complete logs and reports.
• Time management
• Ensure Safety is top priority.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Protective Equipment Required

• Safety glasses
• Respirator or face-shield when necessary

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. Handling and exposure to various chemicals and solvents.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 1st shift- 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 2nd shift- 3:30 p.m. to midnight., 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required based on business needs.

40 hours per week.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Five (5) years manufacturing experience, and three (3) years programming and operation of robotic welders and plasma cutting equipment.
• Previous CNC Robotic welding experience is a plus.

• Benefits for full-time employees include Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, 401k matching, Employee Referral Program, and Employee Assistance Program