Senior Robotics & Controls Training Leader

Challenge Manufacturing

Walker (MI)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Walker, MI seeks a Lead Technical Trainer for robotics and controls. You will deliver instructor-led and hands-on training for Fanuc, ABB, and Kawasaki platforms, teaching teach pendant navigation, programming, tool setup, and safe work practices in automated cells.

You will develop PLC training, create certification-style curricula, collaborate with engineering and maintenance, mentor operators and technicians, and help launches ramp up while reducing downtime and

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of manufacturing experience with automation and controls environments.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on technical training experience in robotics, PLCs, or industrial automation.
Demonstrated ability to train and support Fanuc, ABB, Kawasaki robotics and automation cells.
Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting in a production environment.
Knowledge of ladder logic, control system diagnostics, and industrial electrical systems.
Ability to teach PLC concepts clearly to technicians and plant teams.
Proven ability to teach complex technical concepts to diverse plant audiences.
Strong facilitation, coaching, and instructional delivery skills.
Comfortable training directly on the floor, in labs, and in classroom environments.
Fanuc HandlingTool or iRProgrammer certification; ABB RobotStudio training; Kawasaki credentials.

Responsibilities

Deliver instructor-led and hands-on training for industrial robotics platforms (Fanuc, ABB, Kawasaki).
Teach robot fundamentals: teach pendant navigation, program creation/editing, tool and frame setup, motion instruction, cycle optimization, start-up and recovery procedures.
Train teams in robotic safety standards, interlocks, and safe work practices inside automated cells.
Develop and deliver PLC-controlled manufacturing training, including PLC fundamentals, ladder logic, I/O troubleshooting, sensors, actuators, fault recovery.
Partner with engineering and maintenance to align training with plant controls standards.
Build structured learning pathways for maintenance, controls technicians, and manufacturing engineers.
Create certification-style programs that validate hands-on competency.
Develop practical learning tools: exercises, simulations, start-up checklists, job aids, quick-reference guides.
Support new equipment launches with pre-production training for teams.
Use outcomes to drive measurable plant impact: reduced downtime, faster troubleshooting, safer robotic environments.