Robotic Welding Lead & Process Optimizer

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. is seeking an experienced Robotic Welding Foreman to lead our welding team, oversee daily operations in Rockford, IL, and ensure safety and quality.

The role blends hands-on offline programming with strong supervision on Miller-equipped cells. You will supervise operators and programmers, optimize weld programs with Intelli Path and DTPS, coordinate with engineering and production planning, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with AWS and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of robotic welding experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Hands-on experience with offline programming software.
• Working knowledge of Miller robotic welding equipment and MIG/GMAW processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of weld quality, distortion control, and fixturing.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with safety standards for robotic cells.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and mentor robotic welding operators, programmers, and technicians.
• Set clear performance expectations, conduct reviews, and support skill development and cross-training.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Plan and prioritize daily and weekly production schedules to meet delivery targets.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, maintenance, materials, and shipping to minimize downtime and bottlenecks.
• Monitor cell output, cycle times, and efficiency metrics, and act on variances.
• Create, validate, and optimize robot weld programs using offline programming software through Intelli Path and DTPS.
• Simulate weld paths, reach, and cycle times to reduce downtime on the production floor.
• Maintain a controlled library of weld programs, revisions, and documentation.
• Oversee operation, setup, and troubleshooting of Miller robotic welding systems.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and consumable management to maximize uptime.
• Adjust weld parameters (voltage, wire feed speed, travel speed, gas flow) to meet procedure and quality requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment upgrades or process improvements or new capital projects.
• Ensure welds meet applicable standards and customer specifications (AWS D1.1, D1.2, D17.1).
• Work with Quality to inspect, document, and resolve defects, and lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and traceability records.
• Enforce safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and PPE; conduct safety audits.

Skills

Robotic welding

Leadership

Production planning

Offline programming

MIG/GMAW

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree

CWI certification

Robotic Arc Welding Certification

Tools

Intelli Path

DTPS

Fanuc ROBOGUIDE

Yaskawa MotoSim

ABB Robot Studio

Job description

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. is seeking an experienced Robotic Welding Foreman to lead our welding team, oversee daily operations in Rockford, IL, and ensure safety and quality.

The role blends hands-on offline programming with strong supervision on Miller-equipped cells. You will supervise operators and programmers, optimize weld programs with Intelli Path and DTPS, coordinate with engineering and production planning, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with AWS and