Robot Technician

WORKING CONDITIONS: Heavy Manufacturing Environment. MKC houses different machinery, equipment, processes, and chemicals which produce potential hazards in the work environment such as: ergonomic, chemical, machine point of operation, and powered industrial vehicle traffic. These hazards are controlled through means of engineering controls, such as machine guarding, and administrative controls, such as safety policies and programs. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to noisy. In certain areas of the facility, employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as Hearing Protection, Safety Glasses, Safety Toe Shoes, and hand protection. PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand, stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to regularly walk throughout all the manufacturing facilities.

Requirements: QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEAppropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on an equivalent basis.· Technical degree, certification, or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.· Experience performing die setups and die changeovers in an aluminum die casting environment strongly preferred.· Experience working with industrial robotic systems and automation equipment preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, write, and understand English. Proficient written and verbal communication skills. JOB SKILLS· Knowledge of die casting machines, dies, robotic automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, and manufacturing processes.· Experience with robotic systems such as FANUC, ABB, Motoman, or similar platforms preferred.· Ability to read blueprints, setup sheets, process documentation, and tooling diagrams.· Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.· Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.· Strong communication and teamwork skills.