Robotic Welder Operator

Robot Welder

Dalton Ag is a brand forged in America's heartland and proud to be the premier fertilizer application equipment manufacturer since 1996. A Robot Welder's primary responsibility is the setup and operation of welding robots to complete welds on steel products.

Each job must be run with safety, accuracy, and timeliness in the welding area.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Robot welding including the following:
  • Operation of robotic welder, understanding program sequencing, finished work dimensions, numerical control
  • Calculate machine speed, feed ratios, size and position of cuts
  • Create quality welds according to blueprints (weld symbols)
  • Inspect welds for accuracy & quality
• Basic mechanical knowledge and use of hand tools, following instructions, and welding products
• Remove finished material to change tooling, setup, or material placement, according to required machining sequences
• Familiarize with machine during operation to detect sounds indicating dull cutting tools or excessive vibration
• Ability to troubleshoot machine malfunctions
• Operator is responsible for any re-work or corrections necessary to ensure product meets specifications
• Load and unload material manually and using hoists or cranes
• Check to ensure that material is properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation
• Quality check finished product to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures
• Clean machines, tooling, and parts, using solvents
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and material on the machine, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Maintain machines and remove and replace broken or worn machine tools, using hand tools.
• Performs manual welding during robot weld cycle
• Prepare future jobs while robot is operating to minimize robot down time
• Must be willing to work extended hours or shifts as requested

Will be required to cross-train as back-up in other areas of manufacturing plant

Required to have proper and accurate entry into the time and attendance system

High school diploma, certificate in welding preferred

Minimum of 2 years' experience operating a robotic welder

Candidates must pass basic MIG welding test

Basic math and computer skills

Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to follow precise instructions and ability to read blueprints

Working knowledge of measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, protractors and tape measure

The physical requirements described here are representative of an employee able to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities.

Regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle and feel objects, tools, or control

Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Regularly lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds (25), and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds

Manufacturing environment

Daily exposure to hot, cold, dusty, noisy environment

Occasional to frequent outdoor work

Potential to work at different area workstations to meet production needs

Safety glasses

Safety-toed shoes

Hearing protection

Face shields as needed

Other PPE as required