Robotic Weld Operator II - 1st Shift

Cadrex Bloomingdale; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Education support program

Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Bonus plan for full-time employees

Job summary

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is seeking a Robotic Weld Operator II in Bloomingdale, IL. The role focuses on operating and monitoring robotic welding cells, with responsibilities spanning from loading parts to ensuring weld quality and documentation.

The ideal candidate has prior experience with robotic weld cells, can troubleshoot basic issues, and works effectively with Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to meet production targets while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, production or machine operation.
• Ability to perform basic inspections and measurements.
• Mechanical aptitude with comfort in operating manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production setting.
• Reliable work history and dependable attendance.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee robotic welding cells, ensuring parts are loaded, cycled, and unloaded properly.
• Perform weld inspections using visual methods and measurement tools to verify quality.
• Adjust welding parameters and perform basic programming adjustments as needed.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment malfunctions and quality issues.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, changing consumables, and fixture alignment verification.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Document production and inspection data accurately.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Provide guidance and training to Robotic Weld Operator I personnel as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Inspections & measurements

Mechanical aptitude

Follow written instructions

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Attendance reliability

Communication & teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Robotic welding systems (FANUC/ABB/OTC)

Job description

Description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Robotic Weld Operator II who is responsible for operating, monitoring, and performing basic troubleshooting and maintenance on robotic welding equipment. This position requires a solid understanding of welding processes, quality standards, and robotic equipment operation in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has prior experience with robotic weld cells and demonstrates the ability to work independently while meeting production and quality requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and oversee robotic welding cells, ensuring parts are loaded, cycled, and unloaded properly
• Perform inspections of welds using visual methods and measurement tools to verify quality against specifications
• Adjust welding parameters and perform basic programming adjustments as needed to maintain weld quality
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment malfunctions and quality issues
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, changing consumables, and verifying fixture alignment
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions
• Document production and inspection data accurately
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvement
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives
• Provide guidance and training to Robotic Weld Operator I personnel as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a manufacturing, production, assembly, machine operation, or similar industrial environment
• Experience performing basic inspections and measurements
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with manufacturing equipment
• Ability to follow written work instructions and established procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment
• Reliable work history and dependable attendance
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience operating robotic welding cells
• Experience working with robotic welding equipment (FANUC, ABB, OTC, or similar systems)
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality standards and inspection processes
• Ability to read blueprints, prints, or manufacturing drawings
• Basic experience making robotic parameter adjustments or setup changes

The following qualifications are helpful but are not required for consideration:

• MIG or TIG welding experience
• Welding certifications
• Traditional welder experience
• Advanced robotic programming experience
• Formal welding education

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma

LOCATION

• Onsite; Bloomingdale, IL

SCHEDULE

• 1st Shift

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.