Robot​/Cobot Programmer

At Duo Lift, we don’t just build equipment, we build teams that succeed. Join us, and you’ll find a company where your strengths matter, your hard work is recognized, and your potential has no ceiling. We thrive on collaboration, celebrate success, and give our people every opportunity to grow.

We believe our greatest asset isn’t in our shop, it’s in our people. That’s why we’re looking for driven, hands‑on individuals who take pride in their work and know the power of working together to get the job done.

For over 80 years, Duo Lift Manufacturing has been engineering and building American‑made equipment that stands the test of time. We’re committed to long‑term relationships with our employees and our customers by delivering quality, reliability, and innovation in everything we do.

When you join Duo Lift, you’re not just taking a job; you’re joining a legacy of craftsmanship, integrity, and performance. We invest in you with training, resources, and benefits that make a difference:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• PPE provided
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Production uniforms with cleaning service

We reward hard work with competitive wages, performance‑based bonuses, and clear opportunities for advancement.

Duo Lift is an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to fairness and respect in every aspect of employment.

We are always looking for talented people and are happy to accept your application and resume.

Duo Lift, a leading manufacturer of agricultural and industrial trailers, is seeking a detail‑oriented and safety‑focused Robot/Cobot Operator to program, operate, and maintain both traditional industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots) in welding, material‑handling, and assembly applications. The ideal candidate is comfortable with technology, quick to learn new systems, and thrives in a modern manufacturing environment.

Robot & Cobot Operation

• Safely operate industrial robotic welding cells and collaborative robots (cobots) for MIG welding, part positioning, and material handling.
• Load/unload parts, change weld tips, nozzles, liners, and consumables.
• Perform daily start‑up, homing, and basic maintenance on robots and cobots.

Programming & Teach‑In

• Program and set up robotic welding jobs.
• Use teach pendants and hand‑guidance (cobots) to create or modify paths, weld schedules, offsets, and speeds.
• Touch‑up programs on the floor for fit‑up changes or new parts.
• Optimize cycle times while maintaining weld quality and repeatability.

Manual Welding Support

• Perform tack welding and touch‑up welding with hand‑held MIG gun as needed to keep production moving.
• Repair minor robot weld defects or complete welds the robot cannot reach.

Safety & Quality

• Conduct daily safety checks (light curtains, interlocks, e‑stops, force‑limiting on cobots).
• Verify weld penetration, bead appearance, part placement, and dimensional accuracy.
• Complete quality checklists and report non‑conformances immediately.
• Follow all lockout/tagout, ANSI/RIA robotic safety standards, and PPE requirements.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Clear faults/alarms, clean sensors, grease joints, and replace wear items.
• Identify and communicate recurring issues or spare‑parts needs.
• Keep robot and cobot work cells clean and organized.

Workflow & Communication

• Coordinate part flow with Welding, Pre‑Assembly, and Production Leads.
• Stage fixtures, wire spools, shielding gas, and raw material.
• Suggest process improvements and participate in new part prove‑outs.

Required Skills & Experience

• 1+ years operating/programming industrial robots OR collaborative robots (cobots).
• Hands‑on MIG welding experience, including tacking and touch‑up/repair welding.
• Comfortable using teach pendants and/or hand‑guidance programming on cobots.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with basic hand tools and precision measuring equipment.

Preferred Experience

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