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Automatic Machine

Operator (Roto Welder) Schedule: 1st Shift Employment Type: Full Time We are seeking a skilled and dependable Roto Welder / Automatic Machine Welder to operate and monitor automated welding equipment used in the production of precision welded components. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up the Roto Welder, loading and positioning parts, adjusting machine parameters, monitoring weld quality, performing inspections, and making routine machine adjustments to maintain production and quality standards. The ideal candidate has experience operating automated welding machinery, understands basic welding principles, can read production drawings, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Operate Roto

Welder and other automated welding equipment safely and efficiently. Set up machines according to work orders, production drawings, welding procedures, and specifications. Load, position, fixture, and secure components into the welding machine.

Select and adjust welding parameters such as speed, current, voltage, travel rate, and other machine settings as required. Monitor the welding process and make adjustments to maintain consistent weld quality.



Perform visual and dimensional inspections of completed welds and components.

Identify weld defects, machine issues, and production problems and take appropriate corrective action. Follow established welding procedures, quality requirements, and production standards. Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Communicate production, quality, equipment, and material issues to supervisors or maintenance personnel. Meet established production rates while maintaining required quality standards. Perform other manufacturing and welding duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous experience operating automated welding equipment or CNC/automatic production machinery preferred. Basic understanding of welding processes and weld quality requirements.

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, work instructions, and welding specifications. Ability to use basic measuring and inspection tools. Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic machine problems.

Ability to work independently and as part of a production team. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Previous manufacturing or metal fabrication experience preferred.



Ability to lift and move materials and components as required.

Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and work around manufacturing equipment. Ability to wear required PPE, including welding-related protective equipment. This position is performed in a manufacturing/industrial environment.

The employee may be exposed to welding heat, sparks, fumes, noise, metal products, and automated machinery. Weld inspection and quality control Basic mechanical troubleshooting Production documentation Performance Expectations Produce quality welds that meet specifications. Maintain production schedules and productivity requirements.

Detect and report quality issues promptly. Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures. Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. ~ Health, dental, and vision insurance. ~Paid time off and company holidays Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating effective, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Kelso

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