Robotic Welding Programmer

JWF Industries, Inc.; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JWF Industries in Johnstown, PA, is seeking an experienced Robotic Welding Programmer to join our hands-on team. The role focuses on programming, troubleshooting, optimizing, and maintaining robotic welding systems used to fabricate high-quality metal components and weldments.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of robotic welding programming experience, familiarity with FANUC platforms, MIG/GMAW processes, fixture design, and welding automation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of robotic welding programming experience and/or related automation training required.
• Experience with FANUC, Motoman/Yaskawa, ABB, Lincoln Electric Automation, OTC Daihen, or similar robotic platforms highly preferred.
• Knowledge of robotic welding processes, weld cell setup, and welding automation technologies.
• Experience with MIG/GMAW welding processes and metal fabrication operations preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience developing process documentation, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Experience with fixture design, tooling development, and manufacturing process improvements preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, optimize, and maintain robotic welding systems and automated welding cells.
• Develop, modify, and improve robotic welding programs to increase productivity, throughput, and quality.
• Ensure weld quality, consistency, and production efficiency meet customer requirements and manufacturing specifications.
• Design, implement, maintain, and improve robotic welding fixtures, tooling, and workholding systems.
• Monitor robotic welding cell performance and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Analyze production requirements and develop programming solutions that maximize efficiency and equipment utilization.
• Support and train production personnel in the operation of robotic welding equipment.
• Troubleshoot welding, automation, programming, and robotic system issues.
• Work with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Production personnel to improve robotic welding performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and technical specifications.
• Create and maintain process documentation, reports, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Support new product launches and integration into robotic welding systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and automation.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures, quality standards, and manufacturing requirements.

Skills

Robotic welding programming

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding Technology training

Robotics/Automation training

Mechatronics training

Manufacturing Technology training

Tools

FANUC

Motoman/Yaskawa

ABB

Lincoln Electric Automation

OTC Daihen

Job description

This is an in-person position, generally Mon-Fri, 7am-3:15pm

Job Description

JWF Industries is seeking an experienced Robotic Welding Programmer to join our growing team in Johnstown, PA. JWF Industries is a recognized leader in advanced manufacturing, fabrication, welding, and automation solutions serving defense, infrastructure, transportation, energy, and commercial markets. As we continue to expand our automation capabilities, we are seeking a skilled professional to support robotic welding operations and drive manufacturing excellence through advanced automation technologies. This hands‑on position is responsible for programming, troubleshooting, optimizing, and maintaining robotic welding systems used to fabricate high‑quality metal components and weldments. The successful candidate will improve production efficiency, maintain weld quality, support continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure robotic welding operations meet customer and manufacturing requirements. Candidates with experience in robotic welding, FANUC programming, welding automation, industrial robotics, MIG welding (GMAW), weld cell programming, fixture design, metal fabrication, and manufacturing automation are encouraged to apply.

• Program, troubleshoot, optimize, and maintain robotic welding systems and automated welding cells.
• Develop, modify, and improve robotic welding programs to increase productivity, throughput, and quality.
• Ensure weld quality, consistency, and production efficiency meet customer requirements and manufacturing specifications.
• Design, implement, maintain, and improve robotic welding fixtures, tooling, and workholding systems.
• Monitor robotic welding cell performance and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Analyze production requirements and develop programming solutions that maximize efficiency and equipment utilization.
• Support and train production personnel in the operation of robotic welding equipment.
• Troubleshoot welding, automation, programming, and robotic system issues.
• Work with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Production personnel to improve robotic welding performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and technical specifications.
• Create and maintain process documentation, reports, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Support new product launches and integration into robotic welding systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and automation.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures, quality standards, and manufacturing requirements.

Why Work at JWF?

JWF Industries is a recognized leader in advanced manufacturing, fabrication, and automation solutions. We invest in our employees through technical development, training, career advancement opportunities, and hands‑on projects that support critical industries.

At JWF, you'll find more than just a job. We offer:

• Competitive Pay based on skills, experience, and position level
• Long‑Term Job Stability with a growing company serving multiple industries
• Career Advancement Opportunities for employees
• Work with Advanced Manufacturing Technology including robotics, automation, and welding systems
• Comprehensive Benefits Package supporting your health, financial security, and work‑life balance
• Professional Development Opportunities supporting technical growth and advanced manufacturing expertise
• Team‑Oriented Culture that values respect, safety, quality, and collaboration
• Meaningful Work supporting mission‑critical products and advanced manufacturing operations
• Safe and Professional Work Environment focused on employee success and continuous improvement

Whether you're an experienced Robotics Programmer or Welding Automation Specialist, JWF offers opportunities to advance your career while working with state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing technologies.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Technical training in Welding Technology, Robotics, Automation, Manufacturing Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of robotic welding programming experience and/or related automation training required.
• Experience working with robotic welding systems in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience with FANUC, Motoman/Yaskawa, ABB, Lincoln Electric Automation, OTC Daihen, or similar robotic platforms highly preferred.
• Knowledge of robotic welding processes, weld cell setup, and welding automation technologies.
• Experience with MIG/GMAW welding processes and metal fabrication operations preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience developing process documentation, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Experience with fixture design, tooling development, and manufacturing process improvements preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to maintain a constant state of focus and mental alertness. The employee is regularly required to stand, use hands (including gripping and grasping), and reach with arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear. The employee will frequently walk throughout manufacturing operations and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision requirements include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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.

The employee regularly works in manufacturing and welding environments and is exposed to welding fumes, airborne particles, automation equipment, and industrial production operations. There is frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts with occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme cold or heat. The employee may be exposed to electrical hazards and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is typically loud.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About JWF Industries

JWF Industries is a premier manufacturing, fabrication, welding, and advanced automation company providing innovative solutions for defense, infrastructure, transportation, energy, and commercial markets. Our team is committed to quality, safety, innovation, and workforce development. Through advanced manufacturing technologies and employee‑focused career development, JWF continues to build products and opportunities that make a difference.

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