Robot Programmer Trainee

As a Robot Programmer, you will be responsible for setup, troubleshooting, debugging, and preparation of robots to customer specifications. Your role involves creating robot programs and interfacing with the PLC and any peripherals from start to finish. This is a technical hands-on position that includes setting up/programming the robots on a shop floor, integrating them into a production facility, and providing automation support when completed. It can also require any one of these aspects separately.TRAININGWe welcome candidates with no experience. We do not charge for training; however, if you have no experience, there will be an approximate two-week evaluation period. After you start and in-between projects, training is paid, and we encourage employees to cross-train on new equipment in our classrooms.RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONSProgramming and troubleshooting of the following robots: ABB, FANUC, and/or KAWASAKI.Make proper connections of the following communication protocols: Remote I/O, Ethernet, and DeviceNet.Setting up peripheral equipment on the robot (IO blocks, Spot welders, MIG welders, Vision cameras).Read and follow blueprints.An understanding of welding fundamentals and theory.Basic troubleshooting and adjustments of welding fixtures.Knowledge of Electronics, Electrical Circuitry, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Mechanics, and Mathematics.Basic offline programming using RoboGuide / Robot Studio.Ability to work with a team as well as independently.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).Mechatronics certificate or journeyperson card (preferred).Associate's degree in mechatronics, controls, or maintenance technician (preferred).BENEFITSHealth Insurance (100% employee portion paid).

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