Robotics Technician – Traverse City Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Traverse (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively recruiting Robotics Technicians to support manufacturers in and around Traverse City, MI. This network connects seasoned technicians with opportunities in local plants, focusing on maintenance, programming, troubleshooting, and integration of robotic systems.

Roles involve hands-on work in automotive/manufacturing environments, aligning tools and processes, and ensuring safe, efficient operation.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Teach and touch up points on existing robot programs.

Skills

Industrial robots

Electrical schematics

Ladder logic

Robot programming

Teach pendants

Lockout/tagout

Machine guarding

Hand tools

Multimeters

Mechanical adjustments

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in robotics/electronics/mechatronics

Tools

Job description

Job Description:

Robotics Technician | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $60,000 – $92,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotic systems? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Traverse City area seeking Robotics Technicians to lead and enhance their operations.

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 Traverse City in Grand Traverse County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Elk Rapids, Kalkaska, Suttons Bay, and Empire.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Traverse City area seeking Robotics Technicians who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Teach and touch up points on existing robot programs.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

• Formal robot programming training or manufacturer certification.
• 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.

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

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.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

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Salary Package:

$ 60,000.00 – 92,000.00 (US Dollar)