Senior Robotic Welding Programmer; Yaskawa & Robotmaster

Salary: $52,000 - $72,800 per year

Posted: May 26 2026

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Up to $35.00/hr + Profit Sharing
• Duluth, MN Area
• 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift Available Join a global leader in the heavy equipment attachment industry known for a "people-first" culture and technical excellence Work in a stable, family-oriented environment that prioritizes internal promotion and rewards technical mastery

• EXPERIENCE 3+ Years Hands-On Robotic Welding (Certification Preferred)
• SKILLS MIG Welding Mastery & Complex Blueprint Interpretation
• COMP Up to $35.00 per hour + Shift Differentials & Profit Sharing
• SCHEDULE 1st Shift (Flexible 6/7/8 AM starts) | 2nd & 3rd Shift Options Available
• TYPE Full-Time, Permanent, W-2 (100% Onsite)

This is a high-level technical role at a premier manufacturer that serves the global scrap recycling, construction, and demolition industries. Our client is fueled by a relentless commitment to innovation and automation, offering a stable environment where longevity is the norm. Unlike rigid corporate shops, they offer a family-oriented culture that celebrates excellence and provides clear paths for growth.

The company understands the value of work-life balance and technical expertise. Whether you prefer a flexible 1st shift start or want to maximize your earnings with a 3rd shift differential (+$2.00/hr), you will find a home here. This is an environment where you can see your programming work translate directly into the high-quality production of heavy-duty components, all while being rewarded through a comprehensive profit-sharing program.

• Programming and proofing 1st article weldments utilizing Motosim/Yaskawa controllers and Robot master offline software
• Optimizing weld paths and cycle times to ensure repeatable, high-quality production of heavy-duty attachments
• Integrating and troubleshooting robotic welding cells, serving as the technical SME for complex automation issues
• Partnering with the production team to transfer technical knowledge and implement robotic machine best practices
• Performing basic preventative maintenance and minor repairs on robot-driven equipment to minimize downtime
• Conducting rigorous visual inspections to ensure 100% conformance to engineering specs and welding symbols
• Collaborating with management and external vendors to maintain up-to-date technical standards and manuals

• Technical Mastery: 3+ years of experience with Yaskawa/YRC
  1000 controllers and proficiency in offline programming (Robot master or similar)
• Welding Foundation:
  Deep understanding of MIG welding processes and the ability to pass an internal weld/inspection test
• Problem Solving:
  The analytical capability to take a new fixture and create a repeatable, optimized fabrication path from scratch
• Reliability: A solid, stable work history is required; our client values long-term career partners and does not consider frequent job-hoppers
• Certification: A formal Robotic Welding Certification is strongly preferred
• Requirements:
  Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within the Duluth / Superior area

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