Robotics Technician: Optimize & Calibrate Industrial Robots

the-pivot-group-careers; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively building a West Michigan network of qualified Robotics Technicians in Rockford, MI. This role focuses on maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting industrial robots for partner manufacturers, with exposure to leading brands and PLC-based integration.

Candidates should bring hands-on experience with FANUC, KUKA, ABB, or Yaskawa systems, be able to read schematics and diagrams, and provide manufacturing floor support and training as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in robotics, mechatronics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial robotics maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&ID diagrams.
• Demonstrated ability to program, teach, and calibrate industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa).
• Strong understanding of PLC logic and control systems for robotic integration.
• Experience with various robotic end-effectors, vision systems, and peripheral equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and software issues in industrial robots.
• Install and configure new robotic cells and peripheral equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and develop maintenance schedules.
• Optimize robot programs for improved efficiency and quality.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system modifications.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff on robotic operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Robotics programming

Maintenance planning

Reading schematics

Industrial robotics knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in robotics

Tools

FANUC

KUKA

ABB

Yaskawa

PLC logic

Vision systems (Cognex/Keyence)

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is actively building a West Michigan network of qualified Robotics Technicians in Rockford, MI. This role focuses on maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting industrial robots for partner manufacturers, with exposure to leading brands and PLC-based integration.

Candidates should bring hands-on experience with FANUC, KUKA, ABB, or Yaskawa systems, be able to read schematics and diagrams, and provide manufacturing floor support and training as needed.