Robot Welder Operator - Weekend Shift

Strong Hold; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Strong Hold is seeking a Weekend Shift Robot Welder Operator in Louisville, KY. You will set up, operate, and monitor automated robotic welding systems, shifting Friday through Sunday from 6:00am to 5:00pm, with 36 hours paid as 40.

The role emphasizes ensuring structural integrity and program execution. You will collaborate with Welding Engineering, Quality Control, and Maintenance teams to optimize welding cycles, monitor parameters, and perform routine preventive maintenance on robotic

Qualifications

• Experience operating robotic welding systems and interpreting weld programs.
• Ability to select, validate, and run robotic weld programs and adjust welding parameters.
• Strong reading of blueprints and weld symbols for part fit-up and quality.
• Proficient in troubleshooting program glitches and workflow issues.
• Comfortable with maintenance of robotic arms and sensors.

Responsibilities

• Load, position, and secure components in fixtures; initiate weld cycles via control panels or pendants.
• Select and run predetermined weld programs; adjust voltage, wire feed, and travel speed for optimization.
• Interpret blueprints and weld symbols to verify fit-up and alignment; perform visual and dimensional inspections.
• Identify weld anomalies and perform touch-ups or rework as needed.
• Conduct routine maintenance on robotic arms, nozzles, and sensors to prevent downtime.
• Collaborate with Welding Engineering, Quality Control, and Maintenance to improve workflow.

Skills

Robotic welding

CNC machine operation

Blueprint interpretation

Troubleshooting

Tools

Fanuc

Yaskawa

ABB

IGM

Job description

Description

Weekend Shift Robot Welder Operator: Friday through Sunday 6:00am to 5:00pm (Work 36 hours get paid for 40!)

Who We Are

We build products and relationships that last a lifetime! No really, that's what we do. We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers. We reward for performance.

Description

Weekend Shift Robot Welder Operator: Friday through Sunday 6:00am to 5:00pm (Work 36 hours get paid for 40!)

Who We Are

We build products and relationships that last a lifetime! No really, that's what we do. We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers. We reward for performance.

Check out our website at www.strong-hold.com

We Are Not

• Fancy - as manufacturers we believe practical, clean facilities are required to make quality products and retain the best team.
• Transactional - we have long-term relationships with our team members and most valuable customers.
• Satisfied - we celebrate achievement, then set our sights on new goals.

What We’re Looking For

The Robot Weld Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring automated robotic welding systems. In this role, you will shift from hands-on torch manipulation to controlling advanced machinery, executing specialized weld programs, and ensuring structural integrity through technical oversight.

Responsibilities

• Load, position, and secure components into specialized fixtures; initiate and monitor automated weld cycles using control panels or teach pendants.
• Select, validate, and run predetermined robotic weld programs; make authorized adjustments to welding parameters (voltage, wire feed speed, travel speed) to optimize cycle performance.
• Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings to verify correct part fit-up and alignment; perform visual and dimensional inspections on finished components using precision measuring tools.
• Identify automated weld anomalies (e.g., porosity, undercut, or misaligned seams); execute manual touch-ups, rework, or metal finishing on parts when necessary.
• Conduct routine maintenance on robotic arms, nozzles, and sensors (such as tip changes or nozzle cleaning) to prevent downtime.
• Partner with Welding Engineering, Quality Control, and Maintenance teams to troubleshoot program glitches and improve workflow efficiency.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of traditional welding processes (GMAW/MIG preferred) to evaluate weld pool aesthetics and penetration.
• Prior experience operating CNC machinery, industrial cobots, or robotic welding interfaces (e.g., Fanuc, Yaskawa, ABB, or IGM) is highly desirable.
• Strong capability to interpret complex manufacturing drawings and geometric tolerances.
• Excellent mechanical troubleshooting abilities to diagnose if a defect stems from a program error, a fixture displacement, or a material variance.
• Ability to safely lift manufacturing components and work comfortably alongside automated industrial cells.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, biannual increases & bonuses
• Benefits-Health, Dental, & Vision
• Employer Paid Benefits-Life & Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid time off