Robotics Paint Tech — Auto Manufacturing, 50% Travel

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Georgetown (KY)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

K&K Technical Group in Georgetown, Kentucky, is seeking an experienced Paint Seibi Technician to support robotic paint automation, process development, and manufacturing operations at a major automotive facility. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial robot programming, automotive paint application systems, and manufacturing process optimization.

This role involves programming and troubleshooting robotic paint equipment, conducting production trials, evaluating paint

Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent technical experience.
2+ years in manufacturing/robotics/automation.
Experience with industrial robot programming and troubleshooting.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to improve manufacturing processes.
Proficient in MS Office and technical documentation.
Excellent communication and teamwork, onsite in Georgetown.
Willingness to travel up to 50% (domestic/international).

Responsibilities

Perform online robot programming for automotive paint applications (primer/base/clearcoat).
Program and optimize sealer, underbody coating, and dampening applications.
Conduct trials, adjust parameters, and troubleshoot paint systems.
Develop offline robot programs using simulation software.
Run cycle-time analysis and process optimization.
Evaluate paint quality with specialized equipment (Elcometer, Wave-Scan, X-Rite).
Review drawings and ensure manufacturing standards.
Support equipment setup, validation, and production readiness.
Create technical documentation and handover materials.
Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance to resolve issues.
Support domestic and international manufacturing activities as needed.