Welding Robot Operator

Lippert; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lippert is seeking a Welding Robot Operator to safely load/unload parts, operate robotic welding equipment, and inspect welds for quality. The role emphasizes adherence to safety, quality standards, and efficient production flow on the shop floor.

Responsibilities include monitoring cycles, making basic adjustments, recording data, and ensuring proper fixture setup. Candidates should have 1+ year manufacturing experience and CAD reading skills.

Qualifications

• One year or more of experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, metal finishing, or production environment.
• Ability to use computer to access blueprints and CAD drawings.
• Must have basic math, reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload workpieces into robotic welding fixtures and equipment safely.
• Start, operate, monitor, and adjust robotic welding machines and production lines to meet requirements.
• Follow written work instructions, quality standards, and production specifications to ensure product conformance.
• Perform visual inspections of welds and finished parts to identify defects or quality issues.
• Test completed workpieces to verify weld integrity and compliance with quality requirements.
• Remove defective parts from production and report quality concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records as required.
• Ensure proper positioning and securing of parts in welding fixtures prior to initiating automated welding cycles.

Skills

CAD Drawings

Blueprint reading

Quality inspections

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective:

The Welding Robot Operator is responsible for safely loading and unloading parts from automated welding fixtures, operating robotic welding equipment, and performing quality inspections to ensure products meet established specifications and standards. This role monitors production processes, identifies defects, verifies weld quality, and maintains efficient workflow while adhering to safety and quality requirements.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Load and unload workpieces into robotic welding fixtures and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Start, operate, monitor, and make basic adjustments to robotic welding machines and production lines to maintain production requirements.
• Follow written work instructions, quality standards, and production specifications to ensure product conformance.
• Perform visual inspections of completed weldments and finished parts to identify defects, inconsistencies, or quality issues.
• Test completed workpieces as required to verify weld integrity and compliance with quality requirements.
• Remove defective parts from production and report quality concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records as required.
• Ensure proper positioning and securing of parts in welding fixtures prior to initiating automated welding cycles.

Other Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all other responsibilities as may be assigned by management.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently lift or move objects weighing 50lbs.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to use a computer to access blueprints and CAD Drawings
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, production documents, and part numbers.

Competencies:

• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.

Supervisory Responsibility:

No supervisory responsibility for this position.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements associated with grinding, polishing, and finishing operations.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach while handling materials and performing job duties.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle and maneuver large, heavy, or awkwardly shaped parts and molds.
• Ability to maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination while performing detailed finishing work.
• Ability to visually inspect products for defects, surface irregularities, smoothness, and conformance to quality standards, including close vision and depth perception.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, vibration, dust, fumes, and varying temperatures while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. The position is required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and overtime based on the demand of the business.

Travel:

This is a full-time hourly position, and hours of work and days are decided by production schedules and your reporting manager.

Pay Rate: $17.70 per hour 1st Shift 6:00am-2:30pm

Freedman by Lippert determines pay based on several factors, including but not limited to the position being offered, education, skills, work experience, and other factors permitted by law. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.

Freedman by Lippert offers Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K with employer match, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Family Leave, Paid Time Off and Sick Time. For a more comprehensive list please see Human Resources.

Freedman by Lippert is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• One (1) or more years of experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, metal finishing, or production environment.
• Ability to use computer to access blueprints and CAD drawings.
• Must have basic math, reading and writing skills.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.