Robotic Welder - 2nd Shift

Standard Iron & Metal Co.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Profit sharing

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Standard Iron & Metal Co. in Alexandria, MN is seeking entry-level Robotic Welders who can operate and program robotic welding systems and read blueprints.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork, with comprehensive training provided for the right candidate. The position offers 2nd shift hours, competitive hourly pay of $24.00–$36.00, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, profit sharing, vacation, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; welding certification/training preferred.
• Experience with robotic welding systems in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor robotic welding systems.
• Program and adjust robotic welding equipment to meet production specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality and compliance with standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on robotic welding systems.
• Balance welding operations to maximize efficiency and ensure part consistency.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve processes and efficiency.

Skills

Robotic welding experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical welding training/certification

Tools

ABB robotics

Fanuc robotics

Job description

Join Our Team as a Robotic Welder at Standard Iron in Alexandria, MN

Are you ready to start a hands-on career with a company that’s been setting the standard in contract manufacturing for over 90 years? Standard Iron is looking for entry-level candidates who share our core values of Safety, Respect, Pride in Work, and Continuous Improvement. If you are reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn, we want you to be a part of our team! Standard Iron is seeking someone in the field of Robotic Welding. This individual could be a culmination of a robotically trained welder, or a robotic programmer with welding capabilities.

Why Standard Iron?

• Competitive Pay : $24.00 - $36.00 Per Hour(Competitive pay based on experience)
• Outstanding Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus a 401(k) with employer match.
• Profit Sharing & More: Take advantage of quarterly profit-sharing, short-term disability, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Employee Growth: No experience? No problem! We will train the right candidate to succeed.
  Available Shift:
• 2nd Shift Monday – Thursday, 4:30pmto 3:00am

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor robotic welding systems.

• Familiar with ABB and Fanuc robotics is preferred.

• Program and adjust robotic welding equipment to meet production specifications.

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.

• Inspect welds to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards.

• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on robotic welding systems.

• Load and unload materials and ensure proper positioning for welding operations.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with safety guidelines.

• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve processes and efficiency.

• Document production output and quality checks as required.

• Establish robotic and automated welding parameters and adjust robotic/welding variables as necessary; oversee improvements to align with safety, delivery, quality, and cost requirements.

• Balance welding operations to achieve maximum efficiency using offline programming software; analyze cycle time, part dimensional improvements, and ensure part consistency.

• Assist in the development and implementation of advanced robotic applications and welding automation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certification in welding preferred

• Experience with robotic welding systems in a manufacturing environment

• Knowledge of welding techniques.

• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools (calipers, gauges, etc.)

• Basic troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics, focusing on skills, safety, and job-related qualifications in our manufacturing operations.