Robotic Welder Operator: Precision Auto-Welding Specialist

PTMW; Topeka, Manhattan (KS, KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

PTMW, Inc in Topeka, KS is seeking a competent Robotic Welding Operator to set up and run our Robotic Weld Machine, performing soft programming and welding tasks to meet shop orders.

You will read blueprints, monitor robot performance, and adjust controls to ensure welds meet quality standards. The role requires attention to detail, safety compliance, and the ability to work within a schedule-driven environment.

Qualifications

• One-year related weld experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Multiple general welding certifications and/or a certificate in a specialty such as robotic welding.
• Certified in or ability to pass a welding test; D1.1/FCAW
• Ability to pass Quality Assurance internal test requirements for mile steel and galvanized welding.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints; have basic mechanical knowledge and use hand tools, following instructions and welding products.
• Apply competencies in welding and utilize computer-based software to operate the Robotic Weld machine.
• Monitor machine operation and control panel display and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.
• Adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if the machine malfunctions.
• Confer with management and Robotic Team Guide to resolve machine malfunctions and production errors, and/or to obtain approval to continue production.
• The employee is responsible for any rework or corrections as necessary to ensure a product meets specifications.
• Load and unload material by overhead crane depending on weight and size.
• Clean machines after every shift.
• Performs manual welding during robot weld cycle, if required.
• Observes tests on welded surfaces to evaluate weld quality and performance to specifications.
• Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, die grinder, or scraper.
• Uses templates and other work aids to hold and align parts to ensure quality and consistency of parts produced.
• Other Duties as assigned or appropriate

Skills

Robotic welding

Blueprint reading

Welding

Problem-solving

Safety adherence

Tools

Robotic Weld Machine

Overhead crane

Job description

PTMW, Inc in Topeka, KS is seeking a competent Robotic Welding Operator to set up and run our Robotic Weld Machine, performing soft programming and welding tasks to meet shop orders.

You will read blueprints, monitor robot performance, and adjust controls to ensure welds meet quality standards. The role requires attention to detail, safety compliance, and the ability to work within a schedule-driven environment.