Braze Cell Robotic Techinician

Robotic Technician – Braze Cell

Department: Braze
Reports To: Production Manager
Location: On‑Site – Clinton, MA
Travel: Negligible
FLSA: Hourly, Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt
Revision Date: June 2026

We are seeking a skilled Robotic Technician to support, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize our automated brazing cell operations. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with industrial robotics, PLC/HMI integration, and database‑driven manufacturing systems. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable production performance, implementing process improvements, and supporting the integration of robotic systems with external manufacturing equipment and software platforms. Commitments to Vitesse’s Core Values are essential to success in this position.

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain FANUC robotic systems used in automated brazing operations.
• Develop, modify, and optimize FANUC Tool Handling applications and robot programs.
• Configure and support communication between FANUC robots and external equipment, controls, and manufacturing systems.
• Develop and maintain Allen‑Bradley PLC and HMI applications using Studio 5000 and Factory Talk software platforms.
• Support integration between FANUC robot controllers, PLCs, HMIs, and peripheral equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, robotic, and control system issues to minimize downtime.
• Manage and maintain recipe storage and retrieval systems using Ignition and SQL Server databases.
• Assist with commissioning, testing, and validation of automation equipment and process improvements.
• Perform preventative maintenance on robotic and automated systems.
• Document programming changes, troubleshooting activities, and system improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to improve system reliability, quality, and efficiency.
• Independently operate equipment in an efficient and safe manner while meeting required quality standards.
• Follow company personnel and product safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Uphold the company’s core values.
• Other duties as assigned.

• This position is a lead but has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Associate degree, technical certification or equivalent experience in robotics, automation, electrical engineering technology, mechatronics or related field.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting FANUC robots, including Tool Handling applications.
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley PLCs, Studio 5000, and HMI development / troubleshooting.
• Experience integrating robotic systems with PLCs, HMIs and external manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical controls, automation systems and robotics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting automated brazing, welding or thermal processing equipment.
• Experience with Ignition SCADA and SQL Server database administration or development.
• Knowledge of manufacturing recipe management and data collection systems.
• Experience with vision systems, sensors and industrial automation integration.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment and competing demands.
• Knowledge and experience necessary for the position.
• Must be able to follow instructions and procedures and work with minimal supervision.

• Stand, walk, sit, and use hands/fingers regularly; occasionally climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Lift or move up to 10 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Repetitive hand/wrist activities required.
• Required vision abilities: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, focus adjustment.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Basic computer skills sufficient for ERP and payroll time‑tracking software.

• Actively support and comply with Vitesse Systems objectives, guidelines, and…