Join a prestigious global leader in heavy equipment attachments, known for its substantial investment in automation and people-centric culture. Our dynamic team needs a forward-thinking technical expert who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values innovation. Enjoy the autonomy to shape sophisticated robotic systems and profit from a comprehensive profit-sharing scheme in a supportive, family-oriented workplace.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Develop and simulate efficient offline programs using advanced software like Robotmaster or MotoSim, ensuring collision-free execution for complex weldments.
- Optimize robotic operations by adjusting travel speed, voltage, and other parameters to enhance quality and minimize production times.
- Act as the first line of technical support, addressing intricate automation issues and software malfunctions.
- Inspect completed fabrications, guaranteeing adherence to stringent structural standards.
- Provide mentorship to production teams, advising on best practices for setup and operational efficiency.
- Manage basic preventative maintenance on robotics systems to ensure consistent performance.
**Ideal Candidate Profile:**
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in programming industrial robots, preferably within Yaskawa/Motoman environments.
- Strong proficiency in interpreting detailed blueprints and optimizing fabrication sequences.
- Exceptional skills in MIG welding, capable of passing practical tests in both welding and inspection.
- Proven track record of reliable, long-term employment with demonstrated growth.
- Desirable qualifications include certifications in robotic welding, AWS CWI status, or an Associate’s Degree in Automated Manufacturing or Robotics.
Work in a state-of-the-art, safety-first fabrication facility in the Duluth, MN area with opportunities for growth, balanced by an exceptional work-life ethos. Note: Only U.S. citizens or Green Card holders are eligible as visa sponsorship is unavailable.