What is a Robot Programmer?

A Robot Programmer creates, tests, and optimizes programs for industrial robots used in manufacturing. They work with brands like FANUC, ABB, KUKA, and Yaskawa to program welding, material handling, painting, and assembly operations.

What robot brands are most common in manufacturing?

FANUC is the most widely used in North America, followed by ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, and Universal Robots (cobots). FANUC dominates automotive and general manufacturing, while ABB is strong in material handling and welding.

What certifications do Robot Programmers need?

Top certifications include FANUC Certified Robot Operator/Programmer, ABB Certified Robot Programmer, KUKA Programming Certification, and RIA Safety Training. Most manufacturers offer tiered certification programs from basic to advanced levels.

Jeremy is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

What does Jeremy specialize in?

Jeremy works with Fanuc as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Jeremy's skilled trades: Weld Inspection, Robot Mechanical Repair, Robot Maintenance, Welding and Metal Fabricator.

How do I connect with or hire Jeremy?

Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Jeremy can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

Jeremy — Robot Programmer

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Jeremy

Contractor #116

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

DeWitt, IA

years of experience

#116

Pay Rates

Industries Served

MetalWeldingFabricationRoboticsManufacturing

Languages

English

Conversational

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Willing to Relocate

Work History on Automate America

9yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Programming Skills 1

Fanuc

R-30iA, R-30iB, iRVision

13 yrs★★★★☆

I have programmed mig welding on the 20L, the smaller armed cells with a 50' track. Dual armed cells, cells with two robots each with their own controllers, Programming on LASD (Liquid applied sound deadening) material for John Deere Harvester cabs. Proficient with Gocator vision software. Extensive knowledge of ATI TOOL changing.

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

About Me

I have had a passion for the robotics industry ever since I was a little kid learning how to weld in the garage. Robotics is the future of a lot of industries and my skillset aligns well with this industry. My work ethic is to get the job done as quickly and efficiently as possible so everyone is happy and pleased with the end results.

Skilled Trades 5

Weld Inspection

★★★★☆

Current CWI since 2008 Member number 07111051

Robot Mechanical Repair

★★★☆☆

Robot Maintenance

Welding

Metal Fabricator

Software Competencies 1

N/A

Professional Competencies 1

I am a current AWS member I am a current CWI since 2008

★★★★☆

Applications 4

Arc Welding

★★★★☆

Part Assembly

★★★☆☆

Vision

Vision Guided Robotics

★★☆☆☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 3

Tool Bag with Misc Tools in itWelpersWelding Helmet

2 references on filePeer references

Work Experience4

Robotics Technician/Engineer

McLaughlin Body Company

Jul 2017 – May 2018

Responsible for maintenance and daily upkeep of 5 robotic cells with 10 robots total. Programming of an LASD robotic cell that sprays liquid applied sound deadening material on the cabs for John Deere Harvester cabs. Took 3 minutes of cycle time out of a cell to get it within the 19 minute cycle time we were looking for.

Application Engineer

Genesis Systems Group

May 2016 – May 2017

Worked on Robotics projects that ranged from Government jobs to Automotive. Programmed FANUC welding and material handling robots from concept to finish. Worked within a team to get projects done in a timely manner and on budget. Learned how to set up a Gocator laser and programmed 3 different torches on one robot cell utilizing ATI quick change robot heads.

Manufacturing Engineer

MST (mid state technical)

Jan 2015 – May 2016

Did touch ups on robots that did flex drapers for John Deere Harvester. Implemented new tooling into the line for the different models of headers that ran on the line.

Welding Engineer

CNH Industrial

Jul 2011 – Nov 2014

Programmed and maintained 6 FANUC robotic cells that welded the draper, sugar, and corn headers. Responsible for new part implementation and model year changes in welding.

Education / Training / Certificates1

High School Diploma

Westmer High School

1998

What is a Robot Programmer?: A Robot Programmer creates, tests, and optimizes programs for industrial robots used in manufacturing. They work with brands like FANUC, ABB, KUKA, and Yaskawa to program welding, material handling, painting, and assembly operations.
What robot brands are most common in manufacturing?: FANUC is the most widely used in North America, followed by ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, and Universal Robots (cobots). FANUC dominates automotive and general manufacturing, while ABB is strong in material handling and welding.
What certifications do Robot Programmers need?: Top certifications include FANUC Certified Robot Operator/Programmer, ABB Certified Robot Programmer, KUKA Programming Certification, and RIA Safety Training. Most manufacturers offer tiered certification programs from basic to advanced levels.
What does Jeremy do?: Jeremy is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Jeremy located?: Jeremy is based in DeWitt, IA.
What does Jeremy specialize in?: Jeremy works with Fanuc as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Jeremy's skilled trades: Weld Inspection, Robot Mechanical Repair, Robot Maintenance, Welding and Metal Fabricator.
How do I connect with or hire Jeremy?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Jeremy can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.