Robot Programmer Job Elkhart area,Indiana USA,Manufacturing / Production

Overview

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different: At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.

Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!

Fair and competitive compensation.

Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.

Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective

Responsible for ensuring that all Automation & Robotic Technicians are trained in LCI's best practices for the maintenance and repair of all robots and controllers in the BPC facility. Work closely with Quality and Engineering staff to ensure product quality meets or exceeds LCI quality specifications. Ensure any program or process changes agreed upon by Engineering and Quality are effectively communicated to BPC Maintenance staff.

Respond to any quality concerns and robot faults in a safe and prompt manner. Work with Maintenance and Engineering staff to improve the welding and material handling processes through CI & LEAN initiatives. Work with Maintenance Scheduler Planner and Maintenance Manager to improve PM inspection program.

Duties and Responsibilities

Must be proficient in operating and programming Fanuc robots and controllers.

Must have an understanding of robotic laser/MIG hybrid welding.

Basic Tools
- Must be able to safely perform maintenance tasks using basic hand and power tools.

Basic Mechanical
- Must be able to safely and proficiently perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and rebuild tasks.

Basic Electrical
- Must be able to safely and proficiently perform basic troubleshooting and movement of electrical circuits.

Multi Meter
- Experience with multi meters and other electrical test equipment.

Schematics
- Must be able to read electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic prints.

Fork/Aerial Lifts
- Must be able to safely operate fork trucks and aerial lifts.

Must be able to respond to and troubleshoot robot faults safely and promptly.

Maintain designated 5S area to LCI standards.

Working Conditions

Walking/standing for 8-10 hours per day.
May sit for periods of time.
Prolonged exposure to computer screens.
Repetitive use of hands to operate computers, robot teach pendants, hand/power tools.
Ambient shop floor temperature.

Qualifications

5+ years of robotic welding experience.

Robotic laser welding experience preferred.

Fanuc robot training preferred.

Essential Functions

Respond to faults on the line in a safe and prompt manner.

Work with Quality and Engineering staff to maintain a quality weld.

Communicate any process/robot program changes to Maintenance staff.

Maintain designated 5S area.

Work with Maintenance Scheduler/Planner and Manager to improve PM Inspections.

Competencies

Good housekeeping implementing and sustaining 5S standards.

Observation and promotion of all safety rules and policies.

Basic computer, reading/writing/verbal communication skills.

Ability to interpret manuals and technical drawings.

Highly organized, motivated, self-starter able to respond promptly to manufacturing issues/faults as they arise.

Display honesty, integrity and candor with the entire team to create trust and support a passion for winning.

Committed to maintaining a positive attitude and caring about people.

Must be reliable and prompt.

Supervisory Responsibility

No direct reports in this role.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The Team Member may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The Team Member may be exposed to dust, fumes, gases, noise, heat, cold, and wet work while performing job duties. This position requires using Personal Protective Equipment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time hourly position with 40-50 hours of work a week expected. Occasional emergency or on-call are…


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