Technique

Overview

Technique is looking for a Robotic Welding Technician / Programmer to join their team at a defense weld assembly plant in lower Michigan. The position involves operating and programming robotic MIG/TIG welding cells while progressing through competency tiers that build on skill sets and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot from CMM reports using data to understand and resolve build issues.
• Recover the robot from fault conditions and restart the program.
• Adjust robot points and welding parameters to maintain weld quality.
• Select and change programs from the PLC screen for production changeovers.
• Apply intermediate GD&T to prints, layouts, and inspections.
• Change out welding fixtures to support job and program changeovers.
• Run and adjust robotic welders, including harmonizing and setup of new fixtures.
• Utilize offline programming software to prepare jobs.
• Independently troubleshoot robot welders, engaging OEM/Miller assistance if required.
• Apply advanced GD&T to prints, layouts, and inspections.
• Interpret CMM reports, troubleshoot builds, and drive process improvements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED; vocational or technical trades training is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial welding experience.
• Competency in Prototype Welding Technician Level 2 functions.
• Hands-on experience with at least one of the following robot controllers: Motoman, Panasonic, or Fanuc.
• Demonstrated PLC screen navigation and program selection.
• For Level 2: verifiable offline programming experience and independent CMM-driven troubleshooting.
• Basic-to-advanced GD&T fluency, matched to the level under consideration.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to fumes, hazardous chemicals, and loud noise.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; U.S. Person status may be required for ITAR/export-control purposes.

Benefits

• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k
• 401k Matching
• Professional Development
• Referral Program
• Paid Training
• On The Job Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a minimum of 40 hours per week with overtime as needed.
• Days, hours, and shifts required may vary.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.