Robotics Technician - Byron Center Area

$59,000 - $91,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotic systems? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Byron Center, seeking experienced Robotics Technicians to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Byron Center that are seeking skilled Robotics Technicians. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and software issues in industrial robots.
• Install and configure new robotic equipment and peripheral devices.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and develop maintenance schedules.
• Develop and optimize robot programs for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve robot performance and reliability.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system configurations.

• Associate's degree in robotics, mechatronics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial robotics maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and PLC logic.
• Demonstrated ability to program, teach, and calibrate industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa).
• Strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems.

• Experience with vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence)
• Familiarity with a variety of robot brands beyond the primary (e.g., Kawasaki, Epson, Comau)
• Basic proficiency in a scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, C#) for data analysis or tool development
• Experience with collaborative robots (cobots) and their unique safety considerations
• Ability to interpret and modify CAD models for fixture design or cell layout

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