Job Title: Paint and Robotics Technician

Location: Charlestown, Indiana

Hours: Day shift | 6:30 am - 3:30 pm

Position Overview

A growing, award-winning manufacturing organization is urgently seeking a skilled Paint and Robotics Technician to join the team at our Charlestown, Indiana facility. This critical role is responsible for the programming, optimization, and daily operational success of automated 6-axis robotics within our paint department. The ideal candidate will possess strong robotics expertise combined with an understanding of industrial painting, fluid delivery, or powder coating environments. This is a stable, day-shift position offering an excellent opportunity to work with high-performing, best-in-class automated systems.

Key Responsibilities

Create, modify, and optimize 6-axis robot paths (FANUC or similar) and paint parameters, including gun distance, trigger points, and fan patterns.
Program, troubleshoot, and write programs for robots primarily located in the paint and spraying department.
Independently set up, calibrate, and resolve process issues with automated spray equipment, fluid delivery systems, and applicators to minimize downtime.
Perform preventative maintenance and repair on end-of-arm tooling, paint robots, and secondary equipment.
Ensure the paint finish meets OEM quality specifications (including film build, adhesion, and appearance).
Maintain accurate, updated robot programs, standard work instructions, and setup documentation.

Required Qualifications

3 to 5 years of experience in an automated, industrial manufacturing environment, specifically working with paint robots.
Proven hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting 6-axis robots (FANUC or similar).
Strong analytical troubleshooting skills with the ability to perform root-cause analysis on coating and paint defects
Prior experience in automated multi-pass spray applications, powder coating, or liquid spray systems.
Strong understanding of fluid delivery systems and coating application processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical diploma or certificate in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, or equivalent work experience

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You should be proficient in:

Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
6-Axis Robot Programming & Troubleshooting
automated manufacturing systems
Automated Paint Robotics
End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT)
Spray Equipment Calibration