Robotic Paint Operator

Accelera; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Texas is hiring a Paint Robot Technician to oversee automated spray systems for polyurea coatings. You will manage ABB IRB 5500 robotic units and Graco Reactor hardware to keep production safe, uniform, and highly productive.

You will perform startup to shutdown operations, monitor performance, adjust minor processes, and verify coating thickness and surface coverage. Strong focus on safety, documentation, and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with robotic spray systems and automated painting processes.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions and document actions clearly.
• Familiarity with safety protocols for high-pressure systems and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor ABB IRB 5500 robotic units and Graco Reactor equipment.
• Maintain logs of production, material use, and maintenance actions.
• Perform routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and equipment sanitization.
• Support process improvements with engineering and maintenance teams.
• Adhere to PPE usage and safety protocols.

Skills

Robotics systems operation

Industrial painting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Tools

ABB IRB 5500

Graco Reactor

Job description

As a Paint Robot Technician, you will oversee the functionality and performance of automated spray systems designed for applying polyurea coatings. Your primary focus involves managing ABB IRB 5500 robotic units and Graco Reactor proportioning hardware to ensure that manufacturing output remains safe, uniform, and highly productive.

Primary Duties

• Manage the complete operational lifecycle of robotic spray booth systems from startup to shutdown.
• Ensure continuous robot performance by actively overseeing ABB IRB 5500 units and addressing any system errors or operational halts.
• Maintain optimal output by tracking Graco Reactor metrics, such as flow rates, material ratios, pressure levels, and thermal settings.
• Execute authorized program selections and minor process tweaks to ensure production runs smoothly.
• Verify that finished components meet all quality standards regarding appearance, coating thickness, and surface coverage.
• Support ongoing operations by replenishing materials and conducting essential cleaning and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain equipment hygiene by sanitizing spray nozzles, hoses, filters, and booth hardware.
• Keep detailed logs of production volume, material consumption, maintenance actions, and any identified defects.
• Promote a secure workplace by strictly adhering to protocols for high-pressure systems, chemical handling, ventilation, and PPE usage.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to help drive process enhancements and resolve technical challenges.

Requirements

• Demonstrated technical or mechanical capability with a focus on resolving issues in automated systems.
• Background in plural-component spray technology, industrial painting, or robotic operations is highly desirable.
• Capacity to interpret technical instructions, uphold safety standards, and keep precise documentation.
• Comfortable working with polyurea substances while utilizing necessary protective gear.
• Physical capability to remain standing for long shifts and handle weights up to 50 pounds.

Work Hours

• Monday through Friday schedule with weekends off.