Robotic Welding Operator

Colonial Group; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

JCB in Pooler, GA seeks a Robotic Welding Operator to safely run robotic welding equipment, load fixtures, select welding programs, and ensure weld quality. This full-time role requires reading drawings, performing routine equipment checks, and maintaining production standards in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include inspecting welds, performing touch-ups, and escalating any defects while keeping a clean work area and accurate records; a drug screen is required.

Qualifications

• Practical manual welding experience and ability to weld fillers to required quality.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings, welding symbols and work instructions.
• Operate manufacturing equipment safely and complete robotic welding operator training.
• Inspect weld quality and identify defects; report equipment or fixture issues.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screens, background checks and tests as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-use safety and equipment checks, reporting defects before operation.
• Operate robotic welding equipment following approved procedures and standard work.
• Load and unload components, ensuring correct positioning and clamping within fixtures.
• Select approved welding programmes and operate within authorised settings.
• Inspect welds and perform first-off and in-process quality checks.
• Weld up fillers and perform required touch-ups per approved procedures.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming components, escalating defects.
• Carry out routine cleaning and consumable replacement, maintain housekeeping.
• Record production output, downtime, scrap and rework; provide clear shift handovers.

Skills

Welding experience

Read engineering drawings

Robotic welding operation

Weld inspection

Safety procedures

Tools

MIG welding

Robotic welding equipment

Job description

Company Profile

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

Position Purpose

The Robotic Welding Operator safely operates robotic welding equipment to produce components that meet required quality standards and production targets. The role includes loading and unloading fixtures, selecting approved programmes, completing routine equipment checks and inspecting weld quality. Equipment faults, fixture issues and weld defects are promptly identified and escalated to minimize downtime and prevent non-conforming production.

Position Type

Full Time, Non- Exempt

Location

2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler GA 31322

Benefits and Other Compensation

JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Complete pre-use safety and equipment checks, reporting defects before operation.
• Operate robotic welding equipment safely, following approved procedures and standard work.
• Load and unload components, ensuring correct positioning, seating and clamping within fixtures.
• Select approved welding programmes and operate within authorised settings.
• Inspect completed welds and carry out required first-off and in-process quality checks.
• Manually weld up fillers and complete required weld touch-ups in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality standards.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming components, escalating weld defects, fixture issues and equipment faults.
• Carry out authorised routine cleaning and consumable replacement, maintaining good housekeeping.
• Record production output, downtime, scrap and rework accurately, and provide clear shift handovers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Practical manual welding experience, including the ability to weld up fillers and complete weld touch-ups to required quality standards.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings, welding symbols and work instructions.
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment safely and complete required robotic welding operator training.
• Ability to inspect weld quality, identify defects and report equipment or fixture issues.
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience operating robotic welding equipment.
• Experience with MIG welding in a fabrication or production environment.
• Familiarity with welding fixtures, component fit-up and clamping systems.
• Experience inspecting welds and identifying common welding defects.
• Experience completing routine equipment checks, consumable changes and basic fault recovery within authorized limits.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
• Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Job Conditions

• Manufacturing/factory environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pm
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.

EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at [e-mail].

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.