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.

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

What does Jacob specialize in?

Jacob works with Fanuc, ABB, HAAS and Visual Basic as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Jacob's skilled trades: CNC Programming, Tooling, Grinding, CNC and Mig Welding.

How do I connect with or hire Jacob?

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

Jacob — Robot Programmer

Jacob, Robot Programmer in Troy, MI, works with Fanuc, ABB, HAAS and Visual Basic. Public rate $35 an hour.

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Jacob

Contractor #44859

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Works with GableTek

Gabletek

Troy, MI

#44859

Pay Rates

Industries Served

ManufacturingRoboticsConstructionFabricationAerospaceAutomotiveMaterial HandlingElectrical IndustryEnergy

Languages

English

Conversational

Service Radius & Travel

International

Work Preferences

✓Willing to Travel 60+ Miles

✓Emergency Contracts

✓Work Nights & Afternoons

✓Work Saturdays

✓Work Sundays

✓Valid Passport

Work History on Automate America

7yrsOn Platform

Documents on File

Resume

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

Programming Skills 4

HAAS

4 yrs★★★☆☆

G codes and M codes Setting up and Tool changes. Zeroing axis.

Fanuc

ROBOGUIDE

1 yr★★★☆☆

Arc welding Sealer Material handling

ABB

1 yr★★★☆☆

Visual Basic

★☆☆☆☆

Skilled Trades 9

CNC Programming

★★★★☆

Tooling

★★★★☆

Grinding

★★★★☆

CNC

★★★★☆

Able to write G and M coding, qualified for the state level competition for CNC programming in highschool. HAAS certified through Macomb Community College.

Mig Welding

★★★★☆

Plumbing

★★★★☆

Welding

★★★☆☆

Robotic Welding

★★★☆☆

Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting

★★★☆☆

Software Competencies 5

ABB RobotStudio

Fanuc Roboguide

Microsoft Office

Roboguide

Robot Studio

Professional Competencies 10

Customer Service

★★★★★

Hydraulics

★★☆☆☆

Leadership

★★★★★

Management

★★★★★

Manufacturing

★★☆☆☆

Problem Solving

★★★★☆

Project Management

★★★★☆

Quality Assurance

★★★★☆

Research

★★★★☆

Robotics

★★★★☆

Applications 11

Assembly

★★★★★

HMI

★★☆☆☆

Installation

★★★☆☆

Integration

★★☆☆☆

Material Handling

★★★★☆

Quality Control

★★★★★

Training

★★☆☆☆

Troubleshooting

★★★★☆

Vision

★★☆☆☆

Welding

★★★☆☆

Wiring

★★☆☆☆

Tools, Machines & Equipment 14

ComputerlevelCompressorDrillCNC machinelathegrindersmilling machinesBasic Electrical ToolsCalipersMachinist MicrometersBasic Hand ToolsMetal Finish ToolsPaintless Dent Repair Tools

1 reference on filePeer references

Work Experience4

Robot Programmer

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions

Feb 2019 – Present

Bench Technician

Futuramic

Jun 2009 – Aug 2013

Was a bench hand assembling costome tooling for aerospace and military defence companies.

Ford Motor Company

Sterling

Education / Training / Certificates1

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Northwood University - DeVos Graduate School · Business Administration and Management, General

Facilities Worked At1

Ford

Sterling Heights Mi

Mar 2019 – May 2019

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 Jacob do?: Jacob is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Jacob located?: Jacob is based in Troy, MI.
What does Jacob specialize in?: Jacob works with Fanuc, ABB, HAAS and Visual Basic as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Jacob's skilled trades: CNC Programming, Tooling, Grinding, CNC and Mig Welding.
How do I connect with or hire Jacob?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Jacob can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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