Robotics Technician - Kentwood Area

Job Description

Job Description

Robotics Technician | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $55,000 - $87,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotic systems? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kentwood seeking Robotics Technicians to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kentwood region seeking Robotics Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical, and software issues in robots.
• Install, calibrate, and commission new robotic equipment and work cells.
• Program and teach robot paths, points, and sequences for manufacturing tasks.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure optimal robot performance and safety compliance.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system configurations accurately.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize robot processes and resolve complex problems.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in programming, operating, and troubleshooting industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB) using teach pendants and PLCs.
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive maintenance, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic robot components.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics and diagrams.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis or custom tool development.
• Familiarity with industrial network protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).
• Basic CAD software proficiency for interpreting layouts and tooling designs.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Robotics Technician, Automation Technician, Industrial Robotics Technician, Robotics Maintenance Technician, Mechatronics Technician, Automated Systems Technician, Controls Technician

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.