Robotic Welding Programmer $35/hr + Profit Sharing & Flexibility

Robotic Welding Programmer•$35/hr + Profit Sharing & Flexibility

LOCATION

Duluth, MN No Remote TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $52,000•$72,800 / yr ID WI59-2753863 POSTED Apr 2, 2026 Robotic Welding Programmer•$35/hr + Profit Sharing & Flexibility 3+ years of mastery in Yaskawa/YRC1000 controllers and Robotmaster offline programming is required 1st

Shift:

Typically 6:00 am•2:00 pm (Monday•Friday) with flexible start times available (7:00 am or 8:00 am)

Off-Shift Availability:

2nd Shift (+$1.00/hr differential) and 3rd Shift (+$2.00/hr differential) are also available Pay is up to $35.00/hr based on technical expertise Full Benefits Package Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder No remote as this is a 100% onsite position Full-time, Permanent W-2 employee Located in the Duluth, MN area This full-time, permanent Robotic Robotic Welding Programmer career opportunity is with a premier, attachment manufacturer. A global leader in the scrap recycling, construction, and demolition industries, fueled by a relentless commitment to innovation. This is a "people-first" culture where excellence is celebrated and longevity is the norm. If you are a highly technical machinist looking for a stable, family-oriented home where you are encouraged to grow and promoted from within, this is the perfect opportunity. The successful candidate's duties and responsibilities will encompass the following: Program and proof 1st article weldments using Motosim/Yaskawa controllers and Robotmaster offline programming software Optimize weld paths and cycle times to ensure repeatable, high-quality production of heavy-duty components Integrate and troubleshoot robotic welding cells, providing the technical expertise required to resolve complex automation issues Partner with the production team to transfer technical knowledge and implement best practices for robotic machine operation Perform basic preventative maintenance and minor repairs on robot-driven equipment to minimize downtime Maintain rigorous quality standards, performing visual inspections to ensure 100% conformance to engineering specifications and welding symbols Collaborate with management and vendors to stay up-to-date on technical manuals and ensure project coverage The background of the successful candidate must include the following: 3 or more years of hands-on robotic welding experience; a robot welding certification is strongly preferred

Technical Mastery:

Proficiency with Yaskawa/YRC1000 controllers and experience with offline programming (Robotmaster or similar)

Strong Welding Foundation:

Deep understanding of MIG welding processes and the ability to pass an internal weld/inspection test

Analytical Problem Solver:

Capability to take a new fixture and create a repeatable fabrication path from scratch

Reliability and Longevity:

A stable work history is required (no pattern of changing jobs every two years); our client values long-term career partners Being a US citizen or Green Card holder