Robotic Weld Operator-Swing Shift

NIC Global Manufacturing Solutions; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

NIC Global Manufacturing Solutions in Spokane, WA seeks an experienced welder to operate TIG and MIG processes and program ABB IRC5 robotic cells. You will weld components, read prints, and ensure conformance to specs while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires ability to modify robot paths, perform routine maintenance, and troubleshoot stoppages. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of TIG and MIG welding experience.
• Ability to read welding procedures and PQRs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, multi-tasking.
• Knowledge of ABB IRC5 robot controller and Fonius weld system.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and robotic welding equipment to meet quality standards.
• Weld assemblies and measure pieces to conformance with specs.
• Read prints to determine specifications and procedures.
• Develop robotic path motions and troubleshoot cell stoppages.
• Perform operator and preventive maintenance on robotic systems.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Robotic programming

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Verbal & written comms

Tools

ABB IRC5 Robotic Controller

Fonius weld system

Job description

• Operates manual and/or robotic weld equipment.
• Produces assemblies of metal work pieces to quality and efficiency standards, including repetitive lifting and placing metal work pieces and sheets into fixtures.
• Measures dimensions of work pieces to ensure conformance using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, templates, etc.
• Knowledge regarding physical properties and welding characteristics of metal, effects of heat, welding shrinkage, welding techniques and allowance for thickness.
• Reads prints to determine specifications and accurately complete all required functions.
• Safely completes finishing functions such as grinding, sanding, etc.
• Modifies computer-controlled robot movements.
• Develops robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Performs operator maintenance per established schedules.
• Performs preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
• Effectively prevent and troubleshoot robot cell stoppages.
• This job description reflects the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required, based upon business needs, at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3-5 years of TIG and MIG welding experience.
• Requires knowledge of physical properties and welding characteristics of metal, effects of heat, welding shrinkage, welding techniques and allowance for thickness.
• Ability to read and understand welding procedures and procedure qualifying record (PQR's) for each procedure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi-tasking with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Requires thorough knowledge of ABB IRC5 Robotic Controller and Fonius weld system.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift 25lbs, up to 50lbs with or without accommodations.

The functions of this position cannot be safely performed by anyone with a pacemaker.