Robotic Welding Technician

Job Details:

Job Location:

SMF Minonk - Minonk, IL 61760, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $25.25 - $30.00 Hourly, Job Category:
Manufacturing, Build Your Future with SMF!

At SMF, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As part of Etnyre International, we have a 50-year legacy in high-quality metal fabrication, serving industries like construction, power generation, agriculture, and mining.

We take pride in being a Tier One supplier to Fortune 500 OEMs, which means high standards, excellent quality, and rewarding work. Our team of skilled professionals and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities (spanning 200,000+ square feet) make SMF one of the top ½ percent of machine shops nationwide.

In 2020, SMF joined Etnyre International, fueling even more growth and opportunity—and we want YOU to be part of it!

• Robotic Welding Technician Level I: $25.25
• Robotic Welding Technician Level II: $27.25
• Robotic Welding Technician Level III: $29.50

• Safely operate assigned robotic welding cells according to established procedures.
• Load and unload parts, fixtures, and materials into robotic welding cells.
• Start, stop, and monitor robotic weld cycles.
• Verify that the correct parts, fixtures, materials, and approved programs are being used.
• Monitor the welding process and immediately report abnormal conditions.
• Maintain production requirements while following established work instructions.

• Perform basic visual inspection of completed welds.
• Identify obvious weld defects and notify the appropriate personnel.
• Follow established weld procedures, quality standards, and inspection requirements.
• Properly identify and segregate nonconforming parts.
• Complete required production and quality documentation.

• Perform routine operator-level inspections and equipment checks.
• Maintain welding guns, contact tips, wire-feed components, fixtures, and other operator-maintained equipment.
• Identify unusual noises, movements, alarms, leaks, or other equipment conditions.
• Report equipment problems to the appropriate technician or lead.
• Maintain a clean and organized robotic welding cell.

• Follow all safety procedures and required PPE requirements.
• Follow robotic-cell safety procedures and machine-guarding requirements.
• Never bypass safety devices, interlocks, or guarding.
• Maintain safe material-handling practices.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions.

• Participate in training related to robotic welding, equipment operation, quality, and safety.
• Learn basic welding terminology, weld defects, fixtures, tooling, and robotic-cell operation.
• Develop the ability to recognize common equipment and process abnormalities.
• Seek guidance when encountering unfamiliar conditions or problems.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing, welding, machine operation, or technical experience preferred but not required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions.
• Ability to learn technical processes and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work safely in a production environment.
• Willingness to learn and progress within the Robotic Welding Technician career path.

• ANNUAL BONUS for ALL team members
• ANNUAL Wage Increases to reward your dedication
• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• $2.50/hour Shift Premium for 2nd shift
• 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Additional Paid Holiday Break Days
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation & Flex Time)
• Excellent Benefits Package:
  • LOW-COST Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  • 401(k) with Employer Match & Profit Sharing
  • Accident, Hospital, & Critical Illness Coverage Options

• Work for a company that’s in the top ½ percent of machine shops nationwide
• Be part of a fast-growing organization with state-of-the-art manufacturing
• Take pride in contributing to high-quality, Fortune 500 OEM projects

If you're energetic, detail-oriented, and ready to grow, we want you on our team!