Robotic Welder

Van-Am Tool & Engineering LLC; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Van-Am Tool & Engineering is seeking a Robotic Welder to join our team in St. Joseph, MO.

This role operates and maintains robotic welding machines to produce high-quality welded components that meet customer specifications, including setting up fixtures, loading parts, and monitoring welds. The successful candidate will perform first-piece inspections, assist with finishing operations, and may use MIG and TIG welding as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read work orders and blueprints to verify materials, tolerances, and production sequences.
• Accuracy in completing paperwork and system entries is essential.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up fixtures and verify part numbers before production.
• Load parts into welding machines and run Fanuc robotic welding systems while monitoring weld integrity.
• Perform first-piece inspections using precision measuring instruments and report to quality.
• Carry out finishing operations such as grinding and smoothing to meet dimensional and visual specs.
• Utilize MIG and TIG welding techniques as needed.

Job description

Van-Am Tool & Engineering is seeking a Robotic Welder to join our team in St. Joseph, MO. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining robotic welding machines to produce high-quality welded components that meet customer specifications. The role involves setting up welding fixtures, loading parts, monitoring weld integrity, and ensuring production runs efficiently while maintaining quality standards. Additional responsibilities include performing auxiliary tasks such as cleaning and packaging products and operating other production equipment, including presses, lasers, and various machine shop tools.

Key Responsibilities

The Robotic Welder is responsible for setting up fixtures and verifying part numbers before production begins. The role requires adjusting fixtures, loading parts into welding machines, and running Fanuc robotic welding systems while closely observing operations to ensure weld integrity. The individual will conduct first-piece inspections using precision measuring instruments and submit samples to the quality department if specifications are met. Additional tasks include performing required finishing operations such as grinding, removing rough spots, and ensuring all components meet dimensional and visual requirements. The position may also require the use of MIG and TIG welding techniques as needed.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have the ability to read work orders and blueprints to verify materials, tolerances, and production sequences. Accuracy in completing paperwork and system entries is essential. Strong attention to detail, the ability to work under deadlines, and the capability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment are required. This position also demands the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed and perform other tasks as assigned.

Van-Am Tool & Engineering offers a hands‑on work environment with opportunities for skill development and career growth. If you have experience in robotic welding or are looking to build your expertise in a manufacturing setting,

As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug‑free workplace under the Drug‑Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre‑employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization. Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant. Van-Am is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.