DirectPath Recruiting Services

Job Description Location: Tanner, AL Pay: $28-$30 per hour + $2.00/hour shift differential Schedule: 2nd Shift 3:15 PM - 1:45 AM Position Summary DirectPath Recruiting Services is partnering with a leading manufacturing organization in Tanner, Alabama, to identify an experienced Weld Robot Programmer for its manufacturing operations. The Weld Robot Programmer will support production by setting up, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining robotic welding cells. This position will work with MIG, TIG, and resistance/spot welding equipment to ensure robotic systems operate safely, efficiently, and consistently meet production and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Program, teach, and reteach industrial welding robots using a teach pendant. Troubleshoot robotic welding equipment and resolve operational issues. Perform maintenance on MIG, TIG, and resistance/spot welding equipment. Adjust welding fixtures and tooling to maintain proper production quality. Perform predictive and preventative maintenance on assigned welding equipment. Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, quality, and equipment performance. Ensure robotic welding cells are operating safely and meet established safety standards. Support manufacturing operations by applying best practices for efficiency, quality, and process improvement. Collaborate with production teams, maintenance personnel, vendors, and engineering teams. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. 1-2 years of previous experience working with robotic welding equipment. Hands-on experience programming or teaching industrial welding robots. Experience using a robot teach pendant. Knowledge of MIG, TIG, and resistance/spot welding processes. Experience troubleshooting robotic welding cells and adjusting welding fixtures. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Completion of a recognized welding technician training program or equivalent experience preferred. Two-year technical degree preferred. Compensation & Schedule Base Pay: $28-$30 per hour. Shift Differential: Additional $2.00 per hour. Total Hourly Compensation: $30-$32 per hour. Shift: 2nd Shift, 3:15 PM - 1:45 AM. Location: Tanner, Alabama.