Robotic Welder

Department: 16 – Fabrication

Hours: 1st Shift (5am-3pm) and 2nd Shift (3pm-1:30am), Monday through Thursday (overtime hours as needed)

Summary:

A Robotic Welder is responsible for executing accurate welding of various materials and thicknesses to fit the specifications of our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Program, set up, and operate welding equipment
• Troubleshoot robotic welding systems, controllers, sensors, and peripheral equipment
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on welding robots and tooling
• Monitor weld quality and adjust to improve performance and consistency
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings
• Develop and optimize robotic welding programs to improve productivity and reduce scrap
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and quality records
• Follow all company safety procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on Safety, 5S, efficiency, quality, and cost reductions
• Ensure work meets quality standards
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Proficient ability in various welding techniques (MIG, TIG, etc.)
• Ability to read blueprints
• Welding experience or trade school welding program required
• Successful completion of an in-house weld test
• Ability to read tape measure accurately
• Great work ethic and attendance
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to lift 45 lbs
• High school diploma or GED required

Job Exposures:

Condition

Yes

No

Condition

Yes

No

Standing on Concrete

X

Vibration

X

Extreme Heat

X

Excessive Noise

X

Extreme Cold

X

Working Outside

X

Uneven Ground

X

Working at Heights

X

Dust/Fumes

X

Working with Machinery

X

Wet Surfaces

X

Cramped Areas

X

Required PPE:

• Safety glasses
• Steel toed boots
• Denim pants long enough to cover ankles
• Special attire-hood required for all welding
• Special attire-PAPR if welding aluminum

Body Positions & Work Activities:

• N=Never: not a part of the job
• O=Occasionally: up to 2.5 hours OR 1-100 repetitions per 8 hour shift
• F=Frequently: 2.5-5.25 hours OR 101-500 repetitions per 8 hour shift
• C=Constantly: more than 5.25 hours OR more than 500 repetitions per 8 hour shift
• The above definitions need to be adjusted accordingly to describe shifts of other lengths.

Position

N

O

F

C

Position

N

O

F

C

Sitting

X

Balancing

X

Standing Still

X

Gripping

X

Standing/Walking

X

Pinching

X

Bend

X

Climb Stairs

X

Stoop (partial bend)

X

Climb Ladders

X

Squat

X

Drive

X

Twist/Turn

X

Reach Above Shoulder

X

Kneel

X

Computer Work

X

Crawl

X

Foot Controls

X

Material Handling

• N=Never: not a part of the job
• O=Occasionally: up to 2.5 hours OR 1-100 repetitions per 8 hour shift
• F=Frequently: 2.5-5.25 hours OR 101-500 repetitions per 8 hour shift
• C=Constantly: more than 5.25 hours OR more than 500 repetitions per 8 hour shift
• The above definitions need to be adjusted accordingly to describe shifts of other lengths.

Activity

N

O

F

C

Notes

Lift: Floor level

X

Lift individual parts for welding. Hoist available for heavier parts. Can work at self selected height. Spools of lead up to 45# to restock MIG welders-can be lifted and then carted instead of being carried. Lifting of 3 pound lead for steel, 10 pounds for aluminum to heights at shoulder level or higher

Lift: Waist Level

X

Lift: Chest/Shoulder Level

X

Lift: Above Shoulder

X

Carry: Two Hands

X

Carry: One Hand

X

Reaching

X

Reaching to work on adjustable height table or on standard table. Standard table is 38 inches high with shelf at 62.5 inches. Often requires reaching away from and across body.

Walking

X

Within booth and to/from computer. Maximum of 180 feet at one time.

Push/Pull

X

Operate pallet jack

Note: While this position does not typically require lifting beyond 50 pounds, MiTM has established a company guideline stating that for items weighing over 50 pounds, it is expected that employees will use a multi-person lift or equipment designed for lifting.