Robotics Technician – St. Johns Area

The Pivot Group Careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is recruiting Robotics Technicians to support manufacturers around St. Johns, aiming to program, maintain, and troubleshoot robotic systems within Clinton County and neighboring areas.

Opportunities cover several local manufacturers, with roles that emphasize long-term fit and career growth. Ideal candidates hold an associate degree or technical certificate in robotics/mechatronics, plus 2+ years of hands-on robot experience, ability to read schematics and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certificate in robotics, electronics, or mechatronics.
• Two or more years of hands-on experience with industrial robots in a plant setting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder logic, and robot program code.

Responsibilities

• Teach and touch up points on existing robot programs.
• Replace and align end-of-arm tooling, grippers, and weld tips.
• Log downtime, repairs, and program changes in maintenance records.
• Support production and maintenance teams during changeovers and line trials.
• Set up and start up robotic welding and assembly cells at the beginning of each shift.
• Monitor robot cycles and adjust programs when parts or fixtures change.
• Perform daily safety checks on robots, guarding, and light curtains.
• Troubleshoot faults and recover robots after stops or alarms.

Skills

Robotics knowledge

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Programming

Electrical schematics

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in robotics/electronics/mechatronics

Tools

Multimeters

Job description

Job Description:

Robotics Technician | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $61,000 – $93,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotic systems? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the St. Johns area seeking experienced Robotics Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Robotics Technician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around St. Johns in Clinton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Owosso, Ithaca, Ovid, and Ashley.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the St. Johns area seeking experienced Robotics Technicians. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Teach and touch up points on existing robot programs.
• Replace and align end-of-arm tooling, grippers, and weld tips.
• Log downtime, repairs, and program changes in maintenance records.
• Support production and maintenance teams during changeovers and line trials.
• Set up and start up robotic welding and assembly cells at the beginning of each shift.
• Monitor robot cycles and adjust programs when parts or fixtures change.
• Perform daily safety checks on robots, guarding, and light curtains.
• Troubleshoot faults and recover robots after stops or alarms.

Recommended Qualifications

• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout and machine guarding standards.
• Comfort with basic hand tools, multimeters, and mechanical adjustments.
• Associate degree or technical certificate in robotics, electronics, or mechatronics.
• Two or more years of hands-on experience with industrial robots in a plant setting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder logic, and robot program code.
• Experience with common robot brands and teach pendants.

Bonus Qualifications

• Ability to weld or fabricate simple fixtures.
• Prior work in automotive or Tier 1 supplier manufacturing.
• Experience with robotic welding, painting, or machine tending cells.
• Familiarity with PLCs and vision systems.
• Formal robot programming training or manufacturer certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Automation Technician, Robotic Welding Technician, Controls Technician, Maintenance Technician, Mechatronics Technician, Robotics Maintenance Technician, Automation Support Technician, Electro-Mechanical Technician, Robot Technician

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Robotics Support Calibration Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Components Commissioning Manufacturing Programming Integration C Troubleshooting Preparation Data Analysis Software Maintenance Python

Salary Package:

$ 61,000.00 – 93,000.00 (US Dollar)