Beamline Welding Technician

Beamline Welding Machine Operator sets up, programs, runs, and maintains automated welding robots, focusing on loading/unloading beams, reading blueprints, monitoring weld quality with gauges, performing basic maintenance, troubleshooting errors, and ensuring safety to produce consistent, high-quality beam components on the welding robotic cell, requiring strong attention to detail.

Knowledge of the operation of machines 
Capable of running Welding robots: handling, positioning robots, modifying welding positioning with supervisor permission
Knowledge of TCP Torch Control
Utilize the spare parts for small interventions on robots, contact tip, gas nozzle, gas distributors
Perform quality checks tape measure, bench and measuring station, automatic weld control camera and hook control camera 
Setup & operation: Load/unload parts, position workpieces using jigs/fixtures, and initiate the robotic welding process
Programming: Input and adjust parameters (power, speed, pattern) for the robot controller based on engineering specs
Quality control: Visually inspect welds, use measuring tools (gauges, calipers), and remove spatter to ensure parts meet specifications
Maintenance: Perform routine upkeep like cleaning nozzles, changing wire/tips, lubricating, and reporting malfunctions
Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve errors or system malfunctions during production runs
Documentation: Complete production logs, downtime reports, and quality records
Safety & housekeeping: Follow all safety protocols, maintain a clean work area, and wear required PPE
 

Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED; vocational training a plus.

Experience:

Previous experience with stamping and Roll forming presses and manufacturing.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
Mechanical aptitude and technical understanding of automated systems. Knowledge and skills using measuring tools including calipers, angle gauges, micrometers and tape measure. 
Basic manual welding skills (MIG/TIG) preferred, not required. 
Detail-oriented, good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, teamwork, physical stamina (lifting, standing, moving heavy parts).
Strong attention to detail and precision.