Robotic Weld Cell Operator – 1st Shift – Full Time – Crowley, TX

JOB SUMMARY:

Operate and monitor the robotic welding cell and associated fixtures, positioners, material-handling equipment, and other assigned machinery. Verify the work order, part revision, fixture, and approved robot program before production. Load and unload parts, monitor the weld cycle, complete assigned in-process checks, record production activity, and promptly report equipment or weld-quality concerns. Perform work within approved procedures, training, and authorization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Operate and monitor robotic welding cells and associated equipment in accordance with approved work instructions.

2. Before starting production, verify the work order, part number and revision, fixture, and approved robot program against the traveler or other production documentation. Verify required weld consumables and equipment status as directed by the work instructions.

3. Load, position, secure, and unload parts and fixtures as trained. Use designated lifting aids and material-handling procedures.Run only the approved robot program for the assigned work. Do not change robot programs, weld schedules or parameters, offsets, fixtures, or safety settings unless specifically trained and authorized.

4. Monitor the cycle and equipment for alarms, faults, interrupted welds, wire-feed or part-handling problems, and other abnormalities. Respond only within training and authorization; escalate unresolved issues. Perform first-part, in-process, and other required inspections using approved measuring equipment and documented procedures.

5. Read and follow basic blueprints, work instructions, travelers, inspection requirements, and production documentation; report nonconforming or questionable parts immediately.

6. Accurately record production quantities, scrap, inspection results, downtime, and other required production information.

7. Maintain clean and organized robotic cells, machines, and surrounding work areas; follow all PPE and safety procedures, including guarding, interlocks, and applicable lockout/tagout requirements. Never bypass or disable safety devices.

8. Support continuous improvement initiatives in automation, production efficiency, quality, and safety; perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Must successfully complete and maintain the applicable AWS D1.1 welding-operator performance qualification
• Previous manufacturing, CNC machining, machine operation, or robotic automation experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment following training.
• Ability to use basic inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring devices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions and established operating procedures.
• Ability to read and understand basic blueprints, travelers, and inspection documentation.
• Ability to follow approved welding and cell-specific work instructions, verify part identification and revisions, recognize weld or process/equipment abnormalities and communicate issues promptly and clearly, and and understand the limits of the operator’s authority.
• Attention to detail when inspecting parts and recording production information.
• Ability to work collaboratively with production, setup, maintenance, and quality personnel.
• Understanding of robotic cell safety, machine guarding, interlocks, and applicable lockout/tagout procedures following training.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history review.
• Successful completion of any required pre-employment screenings.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work around robotic welding equipment and may be exposed to arc radiation, hot parts, sparks, welding fumes, and compressed-gas hazards; follow required safety procedures and wear the PPE specified for the cell.
• Required personal protective equipment must be worn and all established safety procedures followed.
• Work may involve prolonged standing and walking, as well as bending, reaching, and handling materials or parts.
• Employee must remain outside safeguarded robotic operating zones except as permitted by approved procedures and authorization.