Robotics Technician

RESRG Automotive; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

RESRG Automotive in Covington, GA is hiring an hourly Robotics Technician for our facility. The role supports automated molding operations, with a 3rd shift schedule from 10:50 PM to 7:00 AM, Monday through Friday, reporting to the Robotics Maintenance Supervisor.

You will perform daily checks, inspect EOAT, install sensors and cameras, mentor technicians, and work on improving cycle times while ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Fanuc robot experience preferred.
• 1-3 years of injection molding experience preferred.
• Familiar with molding operation and robot programming preferred.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in developing interpersonal relationships.
• Analytical problem solver with continuous improvement mindset.
• Willing to travel as needed and work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily checks ensuring parts de-gate correctly.
• Inspect EOAT for repair needs and approve new EOAT.
• Implement photo eyes, sensors, cameras, and other devices.
• Mentor and train other technicians.
• Support and assist new program launches.
• Investigate and implement new automation technologies in molding.
• Maintain a no-touch automation setup and ensure quality standards.
• Keep molding area clean and organized using 5-S principles.
• Develop ideas to improve cycle times and production efficiency.
• Complete tasks per procedures and work instructions, meeting production goals.

Skills

Fanuc robot experience

Injection molding experience

Robot programming

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Continuous improvement mindset

PC skills

Willing to travel

Flexible schedule

Education

Technical degree in related field

Job description

We are hiring an hourly Robotics Technician for our RESRG Automotive facility in Covington, GA.With a global footprint across four continents and a commitment to sustainability, RESRG Automotive specializes in advanced exterior and interior systems, offering cutting‑edge technologies to meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry.

The schedule is for 3rd shift: Monday through Friday, 10:50 PM to 7:00 AM

This position reports to the Robotics Maintenance Supervisor.

What You Will Do In Your Role

• Must complete a daily check that all parts are de‑gating correctly.
• Must inspect EOAT for repair needs as well as review and approve new EOAT
• Must implement photo eyes, sensors, cameras, etc.
• Mentor and train other technicians.
• Eliminate all gate trim related issues.
• Must support and assist all new program launches.
• Must investigate and implement new technologies for all automation in molding.
• Must be focused on a no touch automation set‑up.
• Must process moldings to quality standards and not opinions.
• Adhere to all plant policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Must keep the molding area clean and organized using 5‑S.
• Maintain and continuously improve work area(s) as well as associated tools and equipment.
• Develop new ideas to improve cycle times.
• Complete production tasks in accordance with procedures and work instructions
• Accept personal ownership of company, plant, and department goals for quality, productivity, and safety.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 75 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures & perform work indoors/outdoors as needed
• Frequently required to stand and walk; use hands to finger fine manipulation, handle, and feel; reach with arms and hands above head.
• Sometimes required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or sit.
• Specific vision requirements: close, distance, color, peripheral.

The Experience You Will Bring

Requirements

• Fanuc robot experience preferred
• 1-3 years of injection molding experience preferred.
• Familiar with molding operation and robot programming preferred.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in developing interpersonal relationships.
• Highly motivated, self‑starting individual who is comfortable working as part of a high performing team.
• Analytical problem solver with a mindset of continuous improvement.
• Ability to distinguish variation in product integrity as well as other defects.
• Receptive to never-ending change.
• Windows based personal computer skills.
• Must maintain high standards for work attendance and performance.
• Must be willing to travel whether it be for work‑related issues or training.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule, extended hours, and weekends if required to meet production requirements as well as special projects.

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Technical degree in a related field of study preferred
• Experience with injection molding strongly preferred
• The Maintenance Technician will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and safety shoes
• The facility is temperature controlled; the normal temperature is approximately 68F during the winter and 85F during the summer
• Daily work involves working with grease, oils and other manufacturing related chemicals
• Daily work involves being in and around elevated temperatures and heat sources of up to 800