First Shift Weld Robot Operator

About the role

The Robot Operator will set up, operate, and maintain the robot machine. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Loads fixtures; loads components into fixtures.
• Enters preprogrammed instructions that a robot uses to manufacture a product or component to ensure that the robot produces products to exact specifications.
• Inspects the output from the robot to ensure quality.
• Makes adjustments during a production run if necessary.
• Installs different components depending on the specifications for each production run.
• Grinds and sands to clean parts.
• Uses MIG welder to tack weld.
• Prepares parts for outside services.
• Cleans nozzles and tips.
• Operates robots in a safe manner.
• Maintains neat, clean workstation per 6S standards.
• Operates overhead crane.
• Maintains 6S (sort, set, shine, standardize, sustain, safety) standards in all work stations.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

• Knowledge of blueprint reading.
• Basic computer skills.
• Mechanical inclination.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal and written communication.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work well with others on a team.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Willingness to have performance measured daily.
• Must provide own tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift certification (preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: noise, dust, dirt, and mobile equipment.
• Routine, repetitive lifting up to 35 lbs., occasional heavy lifting, and pushing/pulling 10 lbs. regularly, 1 to 10 hours per day.
• Any combination of standing, bending, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, feeling, and walking 8 to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to work up to 8-10 hour shifts and overtime as required by the work.
• Use of all limbs, dexterous and steady use of hands and arms for long periods of time.
• Simultaneous mental and muscular coordination, visual and audio awareness of surrounding area.