Welding Robot Programmer

**1.** **Robot Programming and Setup**:

- Set up and program robotic welding systems based on work instructions, engineering drawings, or specifications.
- Define welding paths, parameters, and sequences to ensure precise and consistent weld quality.
- Calibrate and adjust robotic welding equipment, such as torches, wire feeders, and sensors, for optimal performance.
- Perform test runs and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired welding results.

**2.** **Welding Operations**:

- Operate robotic welding systems to perform various welding techniques, such as MIG (Metal Inert Gas) or TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), on metal components.
- Monitor and control welding parameters, such as voltage, current, wire feed speed, and gas flow, to ensure proper penetration and weld quality.
- Conduct visual inspections of welds to identify any defects or inconsistencies and make necessary adjustments.
- Collaborate with quality control personnel to ensure compliance with welding standards and specifications.

**3.** **Maintenance and Troubleshooting**:

- Perform routine maintenance on robotic welding systems, including cleaning, lubrication, and replacing consumables (e.g., welding tips, wire spools).
- Troubleshoot and resolve any equipment malfunctions, programming errors, or welding defects that may arise during production.
- Coordinate with maintenance technicians or external service providers for more complex repairs or maintenance tasks.

**4. Safety and Compliance**:

- Follow all safety guidelines and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, including welding helmets, gloves, safety glasses, or respirators.
- Adhere to welding codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to robotic welding operations.

**5.** **Documentation and Reporting**:

- Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, and any welding-related issues or adjustments made.
- Generate reports on production performance, quality metrics, and maintenance activities as required.
- Communicate any significant production or quality issues to the supervisor or relevant stakeholders.

**6.** **Collaboration and Communication**:

- Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and assembly teams to ensure accurate interpretation and execution of welding requirements.
- Communicate any programming updates, process improvements, or equipment needs to the supervisor or relevant stakeholders.
- Support and mentor junior operators or technicians, as needed, to enhance their robotic welding skills and knowledge.
- An understating, interest and enthusiasm for manufacturing and engineering in practical terms
- Certification or training in robotic programming and operation is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of welding techniques and procedures, such as MIG or TIG welding.
- Familiarity with welding codes, standards, and specifications.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings, work instructions and weld symbols.
- Experience with robotic welding system setup, calibration, and troubleshooting.
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Knowledge of safety protocols and willingness to adhere to them.

**Desired experience and qualifications**
- Previous experience as a welding robot operator or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.

**Salary**: £15.08-£17.45 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Please advise what specific experience you bring to this role?

**Experience**:

- welding robot: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Shift availability:

- Day shift (required)
- Night shift (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: JC1905D