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ROBOT WELD OPERATOR - 2ND SHIFT

Rockford, Illinois, United States · On-site

$22/hr–$33/hr

Mid level

The second shift schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday from 3:00pm to 1:30am. Caldwell offers a $5.00 per hour shift differential for second shift. The Robot Weld Operator position is responsible for operating o…

Skills: Robot Operation, MIG Welding, Blueprint Reading, Preventative Maintenance, Grinding

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2ND SHIFT - WELDER 2

Rockford, Illinois, United States · On-site

$25/hr–$37/hr

Mid level

Are you a skilled welder looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? Join our 2nd shift welding team where we prioritize your professional development and offer multiple levels…

Skills: MIG Welding, Fit-up, Blueprint Reading, Layout Work, Overhead Crane Operation

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CNC MACHINIST - 2ND SHIFT

Rockford, Illinois, United States · On-site

$22/hr–$33/hr

Mid level

The second shift schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday from 3:00pm to 1:30am. Caldwell offers a $5.00 per hour shift differential for second shift. The CNC Machinist position is responsible for producing machine…

Skills: CNC Programming, CNC Setup, CNC Operation, MasterCam, Mazatrol

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WELDER 2

Rockford, Illinois, United States · On-site

$25/hr–$37/hr

Mid level

Are you a skilled welder looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? Join our 1st shift welding team where we prioritize your professional development and offer multiple levels…

Skills: MIG Welding, Fit-up, Blueprint Reading, Overhead Crane Operation, Forklift Operation

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ROBOT WELD OPERATOR - 2ND SHIFT

The Caldwell Group, Inc.

Rockford, Illinois, United States • On-site

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  • $22/hr–$33/hr
  • Full-time
  • high school
  • Shift Differential
  • Posted 11d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Operate industrial robots to fabricate metal parts and perform necessary program edits to correct errors. Responsibilities include MIG welding, grinding, and conducting quality inspections to ensure parts meet specifications.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in both robot operation and welding. Candidates must be able to pass a 2G horizontal weld test and obtain crane and forklift certifications.

Full job description

The second shift schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday from 3:00pm to 1:30am. Caldwell offers a $5.00 per hour shift differential for second shift. The Robot Weld Operator position is responsible for operating one or more industrial robots to fabricate metal parts or assemblies to specification by applying basic knowledge of welding theory on production.

 

Job Duties:

  • Clamps, holds, grinds, or bolts component parts to object required configurations and positions for welding
  • Moves machine controls and guides to adjust machine
  • Performs program edits to correct if a collision, fault, or error message occurs with the robot.
  • Unloads welded parts from the robotic welder and places them on appropriate containers and skids.
  • Performs basic MIG welding techniques, as needed, following weld standards
  • Performs grinding as needed to ensure product meets required specifications and quality standards
  • Examines finished work pieces to very conformance with specifications, according to operation inspection sheet, quality control plans, and/or customer notes using instruments such as gauges
  • Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on equipment and machines
  • Uses overhead crane to position weldments
  • Maintains a clean and orderly work area and equipment.
  • Complies with all safety rules and regulations.
  • Demonstrates the Caldwell values in all work activities.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of experience operating a weld robot
  • Two years of welding experience
  • Ability to pass a 2G horizontal weld test
  • Knowledge of welding equipment and tools including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance
  • Knowledge of wire and filler materials application for various steel alloys, SS, aluminum, and others
  • Knowledge of basic math skills
  • Ability to read and interpret documents including prints, weld symbols, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Ability to obtain a certification on overhead crane and forklift

 

Work Environment:

Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level can be loud during periods in the manufacturing area.

 

Physical Requirements:

Continuously required to stand. Frequently required to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and engage in repetitive use of hands. Occasionally must bend; reach overhead; crouch, kneel, push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds; and talk and listen.

Related keywords

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About The Caldwell Group, Inc.

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Developing and fabricating innovative solutions for safe material handling since 1954.

Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1954
Headquarters
Rockford, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
3,297

Caldwell was established in 1954 with a foundational dedication to quality and service and the goal of being a single-source solution for all of your lifting equipment needs. Today, with continued product evolutions and innovations in below-the-hook lifting solutions, coupled with the addition of the Renfroe Clamps and Chains and RUD Lifting Point product lines, Caldwell has earned the position of the rigging industry's first choice for every project. When you're looking for fixed or spreader lifters, lightweight Dura Lite alternatives, heavy- or severe-duty lifters, load rotation equipment, vacuum lifters, remote-releasing lifters, slings, clamps, grabs, tongs, pipe and manhole handlers, fork truck attachments, or jib and gantry cranes, Caldwell has it all. Our experienced engineering experts, knowledgeable technical staff and dedicated customer service team will help you provide your customers with a complete material handling solution. Caldwell offers the largest range of stock and custom lifting solutions available to serve any industry: wind energy, service centers, water/sewer/pipe, steel erection, rail, primary metals, paper, military, marine, construction, highway, auto, aerospace, bridge building, and industrial manufacturing. See for yourself at https://www.caldwellinc.com/ Want to know what we're up to? Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Caldwellinc/info

Offices: 4080 Logistics Pkwy, Rockford, Illinois 61109, US

Lifting SolutionsEngineeringManufacturingMaintenanceLifting EquipmentStrong-BacMill DutyPosi-TurnerUnivacRig-Release
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About The Caldwell Group, Inc.

LinkedInVisit site

Developing and fabricating innovative solutions for safe material handling since 1954.

Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1954
Headquarters
Rockford, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
3,297

Caldwell was established in 1954 with a foundational dedication to quality and service and the goal of being a single-source solution for all of your lifting equipment needs. Today, with continued product evolutions and innovations in below-the-hook lifting solutions, coupled with the addition of the Renfroe Clamps and Chains and RUD Lifting Point product lines, Caldwell has earned the position of the rigging industry's first choice for every project. When you're looking for fixed or spreader lifters, lightweight Dura Lite alternatives, heavy- or severe-duty lifters, load rotation equipment, vacuum lifters, remote-releasing lifters, slings, clamps, grabs, tongs, pipe and manhole handlers, fork truck attachments, or jib and gantry cranes, Caldwell has it all. Our experienced engineering experts, knowledgeable technical staff and dedicated customer service team will help you provide your customers with a complete material handling solution. Caldwell offers the largest range of stock and custom lifting solutions available to serve any industry: wind energy, service centers, water/sewer/pipe, steel erection, rail, primary metals, paper, military, marine, construction, highway, auto, aerospace, bridge building, and industrial manufacturing. See for yourself at https://www.caldwellinc.com/ Want to know what we're up to? Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Caldwellinc/info

Offices: 4080 Logistics Pkwy, Rockford, Illinois 61109, US

Lifting SolutionsEngineeringManufacturingMaintenanceLifting EquipmentStrong-BacMill DutyPosi-TurnerUnivacRig-Release
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