Robotic Welder Lead / Set-Up - 1st Shift

Steel Craft Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Robotic Welder Lead to join their dynamic team in Milwaukee. This role involves programming, setting up, and operating advanced welding machines, ensuring quality standards, and training new employees. The company offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and a 401(K) plan with employer matching. If you're passionate about welding and looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Incentive Bonus

Employer-Paid Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account Contributions

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(K) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Parental Leave

Discounted Day Care Assistance

Pet Insurance

Fun Employee Activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in metal fabrication and 3+ years in robotic welding.
• Welding certifications and proficiency in math and blueprints required.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate MIG and robotic welding machines.
• Train new employees and perform quality inspections.
• Troubleshoot processes and equipment.

Skills

GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)

Robotic Welding

Robotic Weld Programming

Blueprint Reading

Math and Measurement Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Hoist

Job description

Job Details

Job Location	Job Shift
Milwaukee - Milwaukee, WI	1st Shift

Robotic Welder Lead / Set-Up

Steel Craft Corporation is seeking an experienced Robotic Welder/Programmer. Do you have experience welding using a robotic weld machine? Do you enjoy working alone or with a team? If yes, apply today!

Why Choose Steel Craft Corporation?

• We are a stable and rapidly growing steel manufacturing company with three locations under the Steel Craft Corporation.
• We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, PTO/Sick Leave, Paid Summer Shut-down, Company Observed Paid Holidays, two employee-selected floating holidays, and a Paid Volunteer Day.
• Quarterly Incentive Bonus Plan.
• Over 85% employer-paid medical insurance premiums with plans featuring low deductibles and wellness incentives.
• Health Savings Account company annual contributions.
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and more.
• Low-cost Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance coverage.
• A competitive 401(K) Plan with up to 4% employer contribution match.
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity/Paternity).
• Discounted Day Care Assistance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Identity Theft Insurance.
• Fun employee activities, events, outings, and more.

Position Details:

• Shift: Monday - Friday; 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Pay Range: Up to $31.00/hour (depending on experience, skill set, and shift schedule)

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, set up, and operate both automatic MIG welding and robotic welding machines.
• Identify potential issues with fixtures and make necessary adjustments.
• Determine and build sequences from drawings.
• Write and edit weld programs for new and existing parts.
• Train new employees or introduce new work in machine operations, material usage, quality standards, and production standards.
• Perform visual or instrument-based inspections during operations; train employees in quality and inspection procedures and review results with Quality Control.
• Perform all duties as per lower-level welding job responsibilities.
• Troubleshoot processes and equipment with technical support.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience in GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a metal fabrication environment.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in production robotic welding.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in robotic weld programming.
• Experience with lifting devices (forklift, crane, hoist, etc.).
• Welding certifications required.
• Proficiency in math, measurement, geometry, and reading blueprints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding).
• Knowledge of seam tracking, touch sensing, Shoplogix data entry, ERP systems.
• Leadership experience and training capabilities.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and handle objects; lift up to 50 lbs.; work in a manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and temperature variations.

Working Environment

Manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and temperature fluctuations, requiring PPE.

Application Statement

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics.