Robot Operator - 3rd shift (10:00 pm to 6:30 am)

About the role

Since 1965, Dowding has grown from a tool and die manufacturer to a leading edge, world-class manufacturer of metal stampings, fabrication, precision machined components, and assemblies. We utilize Michigan's engineering expertise to provide our customers the competitive advantage needed in today's markets.

Responsibilities

• Load parts into jig in the correct sequence.
• Maintain, program, and clean robots.
• Monitor robot operation.
• Inspect all parts produced.
• Perform hand welding as required.
• Prepare robot for next production lot by setting jig and setting robot program.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Follow company safety procedures and other policies.
• Change welding wire when required.
• Report any and all safety concerns or issues to the immediate attention of supervisor.
• Troubleshoot and determine root cause, to include analysis, and diagnosis of robotic equipment.
• Interpret and respond to robot event messages.
• Perform robot program storage and retrieval.
• Properly start up and shut down robot.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of welding experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a related role preferred.
• Able to work quickly and accurately.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to work with limited supervision.
• Quality standards must be strictly adhered to, so attention to detail is extremely important.
• Basic understanding of blueprints required.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is required to remain upright on the feet for sustained periods of time.
• Employee will be required to reach or lift up to 30 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. may be required.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes where the seeing job is within arm’s reach.
• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Exposure to chemicals, moving, mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high noise levels sometimes required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (including spouse or domestic partner and children).
• Medical flexible spending account.
• Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) retirement program.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

Pay

Competitive total compensation package.

Schedule

Third shift (10:00 pm to 6:30 am)