James — Robot Programmer
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Programming Skills (33)
ABB S4, Have worked with laser cutters, welders, material handlers and Vision systems.
Have worked with laser cutters, welders, material handlers and Vision systems.
KUKA KRC 32, Have worked with laser cutters, welders, material handlers and Vision systems.
Kawasaki C type controllers. Have worked with laser cutters, welders, material handlers and Vision systems.
About Me
Programmed robots and taught Programming skills at several different customer sights around the USA including months at Chrysler Jefferson avenue car plant, Tesla Motors, Ford and continued career education at Henry Ford community collage taking PLC programming courses.
Programming skills with most FANUC model robots, ABB S4, KUKA KRC 32, Comau C3G Series, and Kawasaki C type controllers. Have worked with laser cutters, welders, material handlers and Vision systems.
Software Competencies (1)
Applications (9)
Work Experience(10)
Auburn Hills, MI Built, programmed and installed several Fanuc cells for a major Automobile Manufacturer. Equipment included Fanuc and KUKA robots using AB controls.
Auburn Hills, MI Program and support Robotic Lean cells, using Fanuc or Kawasaki Robots, with cognex vision systems and Siemens and AB logic software. Installed various robotics palletizing cells and tire degaussing stations for Michelin in several different locations
Self Employed, Dearborn, MI Programmed robots and taught Programming skills at several different customer sights around the USA including months at Chrysler Jefferson avenue car plant, Tesla Motors, Ford and continued career education at Henry Ford community collage taking PLC programming courses. 2013-2017 Contract position, Ford motor company, Stamping Operations. Modified paths and cell layouts to optimize robot efficiency on inter press operations. Duties involved working with ABB IRC 5 robots, Kuka KRC series robots with AB5 Plc Controllers. The Plants were I was responsible for was Ford Chicago Stamping, Buffalo Stamping, Flat Rock Stamping and Woodhaven Stamping. 2009-2013 Contract position, Diag branch of Cinetic. Robotics Installation I was responsible for writing the base software, path teaching, Installation and support of robotic cells. Work was first made at one several of the corporations build shops in South Eastern Michigan then shipped and installed at the final customers locations. 2008-2009 Contract position, Kraft Foods. Robotics Planter Division Installed palletizing robots in peanut processing plant, Sussex Virginia. Using Kuka KRC2, Fanuc RJ-3 and A30iA model robots for the boxing and stacking of the final product
Clinton Twp, MI Programmed Fanuc R-30iA robots with mounted Trumpf lasers for Ford Hermisillo. Trained GM Personnel in the use of ABB S4 controlled Robots. Worked for ABB paint and seal group In North America and Asia.
Lake Orion, MI Programmed 54 KUKA KRC1 and KRC2 robots on the Epsilon 380 extended rear compartment line at GM IMC. Installed and programmed 48 Fanuc RJ3 Robots on GM 201 rail line.
Canton, OH Installed and programmed Fanuc and Kuka robots for General Motors in Mans field OH.
Auburn Hills, MI Designed, built and installed robotic cells for glass manufacturing facilities. Trained plant personnel in use, maintenance and repair of robots
Program robots at customer sights. Liaison between different engineering companies and the plant. Most work was done at Big Three Auto Manufacturer's facilities throughout North America and Europe.
Program and repair Comau robots. Teach points on new job builds.
Contract position in the rebuild and refit department.
Education / Training / Certificates(2)
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 James do?
- James is a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Where is James located?
- James is based in Dearborn, Michigan.
- What does James specialize in?
- James works with ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Comau and Kawasaki as a Robot Programmer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
- Is James available for work?
- Availability unknown. James has not marked it recently.
- How do I connect with or hire James?
- Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. James can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.





































