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.

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

Where is Jim located?

Jim is based in Troy, Michigan.

What does Jim specialize in?

Jim works with Fanuc, Welding, Spot Welding as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

Is Jim available for work?

Availability unknown. Jim has not marked it recently.

How do I connect with or hire Jim?

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

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Fanuc

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Skills in material handling, mig welding, spot welding, cycle time enhancement

About Me

I have worked at several plants in the last few years incuding projects for Chrysler/FCA, Nissan, Modatek, Comau. I have experience in Enclosures, Body Sides, and Framing Lines. Strengths in spot welding, material handling, mig welding as well as process, tooling, building and cycle time enhancement. I am a very quick learner and am not afraid to get my hands dirty. Willing to do whatever it takes get the job done in a timely manner.

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Welding

Spot Welding

Professional Competencies (4)

arc welding

Programming and Troubleshooting

Robotics

troubleshooting

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Arc Welding

Automation

Material Handling

Mig Welding

Robotics

Spot Welding

Welding

Service Radius & Travel

International

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✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

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Paslin

Nissan

Applied Manufacturing Technologies

Fanuc Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

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 Jim do?: Jim is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Jim located?: Jim is based in Troy, Michigan.
What does Jim specialize in?: Jim works with Fanuc, Welding, Spot Welding as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Is Jim available for work?: Availability unknown. Jim has not marked it recently.
How do I connect with or hire Jim?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Jim can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.