Robotics Technician - East Tawas Area

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the East Tawas region seeking Robotics Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

• →Log downtime, repairs, and program changes in maintenance records.
• →Support production and maintenance teams during changeovers and line trials.
• →Set up and start up robotic welding and assembly cells at the beginning of each shift.
• →Monitor robot cycles and adjust programs when parts or fixtures change.
• →Perform daily safety checks on robots, guarding, and light curtains.
• →Troubleshoot faults and recover robots after stops or alarms.
• →Teach and touch up points on existing robot programs.
• →Replace and align end-of-arm tooling, grippers, and weld tips.

• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder logic, and robot program code.
• Experience with common robot brands and teach pendants.
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout and machine guarding standards.
• Comfort with basic hand tools, multimeters, and mechanical adjustments.
• Associate degree or technical certificate in robotics, electronics, or mechatronics.
• Two or more years of hands-on experience with industrial robots in a plant setting.

• Formal robot programming training or manufacturer certification.
• Ability to weld or fabricate simple fixtures.
• Prior work in automotive or Tier 1 supplier manufacturing.
• Experience with robotic welding, painting, or machine tending cells.
• Familiarity with PLCs and vision systems.

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The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.