Robot Operator - $3/hr Shift Premium! in Fort Wayne, Indiana at QuikCut LLC

QuikCut, LLC is growing, and we're looking for a skilled and safety-focused OTC Welding Robot Operator to join our team at our main campus in Fort Wayne. As an OTC Welding Robot Operator, you'll operate and monitor automated welding systems, load and unload parts, make basic programming adjustments, and ensure finished welds meet QuikCut's quality standards. You'll play an important role in keeping automated welding processes running safely, efficiently, and consistently.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate and monitor an OTC robotic welding system in a manufacturing environment.
• Load and unload parts into welding fixtures, ensuring proper positioning and alignment.
• Verify fixtures, components, and materials are correctly positioned before beginning the welding cycle.
• Monitor automated welding operations and make adjustments as needed to maintain quality and production requirements.
• Troubleshoot basic robot, fixture, and welding issues.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, consistency, appearance, and proper placement using visual inspection and measurement tools.
• Read and interpret work instructions and technical drawings.
• Perform routine cleaning, inspection, and basic maintenance of robotic welding equipment, fixtures, and workstations.

• Previous experience operating robotic welding equipment, welding automation, or manufacturing robots preferred.
• Experience with robotic welding systems such as OTC Daihen, FANUC, ABB, or Yaskawa is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret weld symbols and technical drawings.
• Basic understanding of welding processes and metal fabrication.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Why Choose QuikCut?

• 2nd Shift: Monday through Friday
• $3.00/hour shift premium!
• Overtime on Fridays
• Weekly pay
• Unlimited accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning on your first day
• Paid holidays (eligible after 90 days)
• 401(k) with a 100% company match on the first 5% you contribute
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Telemedicine access
• Free company uniforms