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.

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

Where is Sammy located?

Sammy is based in Ann Arbor, MI.

What does Sammy specialize in?

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

How do I connect with or hire Sammy?

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

Sammy — Robot Programmer

Sammy, Robot Programmer in Ann Arbor, MI, works with Fanuc, ABB and KUKA. Public rate $40 an hour.

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Sammy

Contractor #462

Primary Occupation

Robot Programmer

Ann Arbor, MI

years of experience

#462

Pay Rates

Industries Served

Automotive

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

Eligibility

✓US citizen

Work History on Automate America

9yrsOn Platform

Programming Skills 3

Fanuc

1 yr★★☆☆☆

ABB

1 yr★★☆☆☆

KUKA

1 yr★☆☆☆☆

Tenure

platinum

Profile

bronze

About Me

Always seeking new projects that will take my career in automation to the next level. I am working hard to grow as a Robotic and PLC Programmer. Overall, I like to learn all I can about automation, and work on new projects that help me to expand my knowledge in the field.

Applications 1

Automation

★★☆☆☆

Work Experience4

Robot Programmer

Diverse Automation

Aug 2017 – Present

Troubleshooting and material handling of robots Commissioning and integration of Fanuc robots Knowledge of ABB, Fanuc, some Kuka

Robot Technician

Perfect Fit Automation

Jan 2017 – Aug 2017

Rework Welder

Eberspächer North America

Jul 2014 – Jan 2017

Various types of Welding Procedures 1- inch plate 3G 7018 SMAW Certification 3/8 plate 3G 7018 SMAW Certification

Manufacturing Technician

Northern Equipment Fabrications

Jun 2013 – Jul 2014

Ability to wire relay logic circuits Understanding of End of Arm Tooling for robots Blueprint reading and fabrication

Education / Training / Certificates2

Applied Science Major in Automation Technology

Washtenaw Community College · Robot & PLC programming

Fall 2016 to Present

Applied Science Major in Welding Technology

Washtenaw Community College · Specialty Welding

2012-2014

Washtenaw Community College Dean’s List 2012 – 2014

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 Sammy do?: Sammy is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Sammy located?: Sammy is based in Ann Arbor, MI.
What does Sammy specialize in?: Sammy works with Fanuc, ABB and KUKA as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
How do I connect with or hire Sammy?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Sammy can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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