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Title: Robotics Welding Technician   

Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Manages Others: No

Reports to: Plant Manager

Travel: None

About Us

Since 1965, Dowding has grown from a tool and die manufacturer to a leading edge, world-class manufacturer of metal stampings, fabrication, precision machined components, and assemblies. We capitalize on our rich manufacturing history and utilize Michigan’s engineering expertise to provide our customers the competitive advantage needed in today’s markets. At Dowding Industries, we utilize only the latest advanced processing methods and assembly technologies to deliver tomorrow’s solutions, today. Producing parts for automotive, railcar, defense and infrastructure sectors as well, we are helping bring Michigan back to the forefront of manufacturing! Dowding Industries is firmly committed to providing products and services which in all ways meet or exceed our customer’s requirements for delivery, quality and value.

Position Summary/Responsibilities

  • Operate manual and/or robotic welding equipment
  • Safely apply welds per specifications to produce completed product
  • Produce assemblies of metal work pieces to quality and efficiency standards, including repetitive lifting and placing metal work pieces and sheets into fixtures
  • Measure dimensions of work pieces to ensure conformance using calipers, micrometers, height gages, templates, rulers, etc.
  • Read check sheets and prints to determine specifications and accurately complete all required functions
  • Accurately document and maintain information in written or electronic form
  • Perform operator maintenance per established schedules
  • Safely complete finishing functions such as grinding, sanding, etc.
  • Perform quality checks as prescribed and report issues to lead and/or supervisor
  • Modify computer-controlled robot movements.
  • Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
  • Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
  • Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.
  • Set-up and troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems.
  • Run Production as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • HS Diploma, 3 yrs experience in Robotic welding position
  • Experience running a Fanuc 6-axis, MIG-welding robot
  • Skilled in reading blueprints
  • Several years of welding experience
  • Strong math skills
  • Ability to deliver quality results
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Must be able to work independently and prioritize tasks
  • Multi-tasking with keen attention to detail and accuracy

Essential Functions

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Dowding Industries, Inc. Offers a Competitive Total Compensation Package

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (including spouse or domestic partner and children)
  • Medical flexible spending account
  • Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
  • 401(k) retirement program
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays


Dowding Industries Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We encourage qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.