Robotic Welder 2nd Shift: Path to Precision

Jones Metal Inc; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Metal Inc. is seeking a Robotic Welder for the 2nd shift. The role involves setting up and operating a welding robot, loading parts, and ensuring quality through reading blueprints and using inspection gauges.

Candidates should have MIG/TIG experience and welding certifications, with a solid track record in robotic welding. The position requires reading job specs, following safety rules, and meeting deadlines while contributing to efficient manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• High School degree, diploma or GED.
• Certificate or degree in welding.
• 1–2 years robotic welding experience.
• 3+ years MIG and TIG welding experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, attachments, accessories, and materials on robotic welder as required
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface table and hand tools.
• Develops robotic path and motion to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Operates welding robot on trial runs to verify accuracy of machine settings and programmed control data.
• Performs basic MIG and TIG welding techniques as needed.
• Assist engineering in the design and configuration of parts to utilize the robotic welder.
• Reads job specifications (e.g. blueprints, quality control plans and/or traveler notes) to determine type of welding and material requirements.
• Examines finished work pieces to verify conformance with specifications according to operator inspection sheet, quality control plans and/or traveler notes using instruments such as gauges.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on equipment and machines.

Skills

Experienced welder

Blueprint reader

Tools usage

Reading instructions

Time management

Education

High School/GED

Welding certificate/degree

Robotic welding experience 1-2 years

MIG and TIG welding 3+ years

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Grinders

Cut off wheels

Tape measure

Gauges

Job description

Jones Metal Inc. is seeking a Robotic Welder for the 2nd shift. The role involves setting up and operating a welding robot, loading parts, and ensuring quality through reading blueprints and using inspection gauges.

Candidates should have MIG/TIG experience and welding certifications, with a solid track record in robotic welding. The position requires reading job specs, following safety rules, and meeting deadlines while contributing to efficient manufacturing processes.