Beamline Welding Machine Operator 2nd shift - Robot Rework

Company Description

The warehouse of the future is equipped with our autonomous robots instead of forklifts and our Atlas 2D pallet shuttles or tote shuttles that allow for high-density storage (no wasted space).

As part of stow Group and over the span of more than 40 years, we’ve grown into a company with 10 manufacturing facilities, 19 commercial offices, and the know-how of around 2000 employees serving customers in 40 countries.

Early 2021, we opened our US Office and have already grown to around 50 people. It’s exciting times to be at Stow!

Location:  Adairsville, GA United States

Job Description

Beamline Welding Robot Rework Technician programs, troubleshoots, and operates automated welding systems. They specialize in repairing, modifying, or "reworking" defective welds produced by robotic cells to ensure they meet quality, structural, and blueprint specifications.

This position 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 basic MIG/TIG skills and 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

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training a plus
• Previous experience with stamping and roll forming presses and manufacturing
• Ability to read blueprints/technical drawings, schematics, welding symbols with strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of measuring tools
• Ability to adapt and create welding jigs
• Detail-oriented, good problem-solving, teamwork, physical stamina (lifting, standing )
• Manual welding certificate required (AWS certification preferred). MIG/TIG often required
• Strong attention to detail and precision
• Problem-solving skills for troubleshooting
• Physical ability to lift and move parts 
• Preferred experience with Siemens PLCs

Additional Information

What do we offer you?

1. PTO, sick leave, 11 US paid holidays
2. Medical (currently BlueCross BlueShield), Dental and Vision Insurance, including Family coverage
3. Company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
4. Company Paid Life Insurance
5. Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
6. 401K with employer match, currently 4%
7. Tabacco Free Campus

EEO

Stow US provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. stow prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.