{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"df68a2e7fbac32020258aeb3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/df68a2e7fbac32020258aeb3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/df68a2e7fbac32020258aeb3","title":"Robot/Cobot Programmer","description":"Build Your Future with Duo Lift\nAt Duo Lift, we don’t just build equipment, we build teams that succeed. Join us, and you’ll find a company where your strengths matter, your hard work is recognized, and your potential has no ceiling. We thrive on collaboration, celebrate success, and give our people every opportunity to grow.\nWe believe our greatest asset isn’t in our shop, it’s in our people. That’s why we’re looking for driven, hands-on individuals who take pride in their work and know the power of working together to get the job done.\nWhy Duo Lift?\nFor over 80 years, Duo Lift Manufacturing has been engineering and building American-made equipment that stands the test of time. We’re committed to long-term relationships with our employees and our customers by delivering quality, reliability, and innovation in everything we do.\nWhen you join Duo Lift, you’re not just taking a job; you’re joining a legacy of craftsmanship, integrity, and performance. We invest in you with training, resources, and benefits that make a difference:\nHealth Insurance\nHSA\nPPE provided\nIncentive pay & bonuses\nLife Insurance\n401K with company match\nPaid holidays & vacation\nProduction uniforms with cleaning service\nCompetitive Pay. Real Opportunity.\nWe reward hard work with competitive wages, performance-based bonuses, and clear opportunities for advancement.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nDuo Lift is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fairness and respect in every aspect of employment.\nDuo Lift isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to build something that lasts.\n\nRobot/Cobot Programmer\nJob Summary\nDuo Lift, a leading manufacturer of agricultural and industrial trailers, is seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Robot/Cobot Operator to program, operate, and maintain both traditional industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots) in welding, material-handling, and assembly applications. The ideal candidate is comfortable with technology, quick to learn new systems, and thrives in a modern manufacturing environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nRobot & Cobot Operation\nSafely operate industrial robotic welding cells and collaborative robots (cobots) for MIG welding, part positioning, and material handling.\nLoad/unload parts, change weld tips, nozzles, liners, and consumables.\nPerform daily start-up, homing, and basic maintenance on robots and cobots.\nProgramming & Teach-In\nProgram and set up robotic welding jobs\nUse teach pendants and hand-guidance (cobots) to create or modify paths, weld schedules, offsets, and speeds.\nTouch-up programs on the floor for fit-up changes or new parts.\nOptimize cycle times while maintaining weld quality and repeatability.\nManual Welding Support\nPerform tack welding and touch-up welding with hand-held MIG gun as needed to keep production moving.\nRepair minor robot weld defects or complete welds the robot cannot reach.\nSafety & Quality\nConduct daily safety checks (light curtains, interlocks, e-stops, force-limiting on cobots).\nVerify weld penetration, bead appearance, part placement, and dimensional accuracy.\nComplete quality checklists and report non-conformances immediately.\nFollow all lockout/tagout, ANSI/RIA robotic safety standards, and PPE requirements.\nMaintenance & Troubleshooting\nClear faults/alarms, clean sensors, grease joints, and replace wear items.\nIdentify and communicate recurring issues or spare-parts needs.\nKeep robot and cobot work cells clean and organized.\nWorkflow & Communication\nCoordinate part flow with Welding, Pre-Assembly, and Production Leads.\nStage fixtures, wire spools, shielding gas, and raw material.\nSuggest process improvements and participate in new part prove-outs.\nQualifications\nRequired Skills & Experience\n1+ years operating/programming industrial robots OR collaborative robots (cobots).\nHands-on MIG welding experience, including tacking and touch-up/repair welding.\nComfortable using teach pendants and/or hand-guidance programming on cobots.\nAbility to read blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.\nSolid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.\nExperience with basic hand tools and precision measuring equipment.\nPreferred Experience\nExperience setting up or teaching-in cobot welding applications.\nFormal robotics/cobot training or certification.\nStrong manual MIG welding background in a production environment.\nBasic PLC or electrical troubleshooting.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs.\nComfortable working alongside cobots (no safety fencing) and industrial robots.\nMust wear required PPE including safety glasses, welding helmet when needed, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots.\nDrug Screening\nMust pass pre-employment drug screening.\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) with company match\nVacation and holiday pay\nSupplemental insurance options\nConsistent weekday schedule\nJob Type: Full-time\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nReferral program\nExperience:\nRobotic Welding: 1 year (Required)\nMIG Welding: 1 year (Required)\nRobot Programming: 1 year (Required)\nReading Blueprints & Work Instructions: 1 year (Required)\nManufacturing: 1 year (Required)\nLanguage:\nEnglish (Required)\nLocation:\nColumbus, NE 68601 (Required)\nAbility to Commute:\nColumbus, NE 68601 (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Duolift","rawCompany":"duolift","city":"Columbus","state":"NE","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T17:32:33.095Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3024.01","title":"Robotics Technicians","slug":"robotics-technicians"},{"code":"17-2199.08","title":"Robotics Engineers","slug":"robotics-engineers"},{"code":"17-3024.00","title":"Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electro-mechanical-and-mechatronics-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"333924","title":"Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"industrial-truck-tractor-trailer-and-stacker-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"332312","title":"Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing","slug":"fabricated-structural-metal-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Robot/Cobot Programmer","description":"Build Your Future with Duo Lift\nAt Duo Lift, we don’t just build equipment, we build teams that succeed. Join us, and you’ll find a company where your strengths matter, your hard work is recognized, and your potential has no ceiling. We thrive on collaboration, celebrate success, and give our people every opportunity to grow.\nWe believe our greatest asset isn’t in our shop, it’s in our people. That’s why we’re looking for driven, hands-on individuals who take pride in their work and know the power of working together to get the job done.\nWhy Duo Lift?\nFor over 80 years, Duo Lift Manufacturing has been engineering and building American-made equipment that stands the test of time. We’re committed to long-term relationships with our employees and our customers by delivering quality, reliability, and innovation in everything we do.\nWhen you join Duo Lift, you’re not just taking a job; you’re joining a legacy of craftsmanship, integrity, and performance. We invest in you with training, resources, and benefits that make a difference:\nHealth Insurance\nHSA\nPPE provided\nIncentive pay & bonuses\nLife Insurance\n401K with company match\nPaid holidays & vacation\nProduction uniforms with cleaning service\nCompetitive Pay. Real Opportunity.\nWe reward hard work with competitive wages, performance-based bonuses, and clear opportunities for advancement.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nDuo Lift is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fairness and respect in every aspect of employment.\nDuo Lift isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to build something that lasts.\n\nRobot/Cobot Programmer\nJob Summary\nDuo Lift, a leading manufacturer of agricultural and industrial trailers, is seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Robot/Cobot Operator to program, operate, and maintain both traditional industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots) in welding, material-handling, and assembly applications. The ideal candidate is comfortable with technology, quick to learn new systems, and thrives in a modern manufacturing environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nRobot & Cobot Operation\nSafely operate industrial robotic welding cells and collaborative robots (cobots) for MIG welding, part positioning, and material handling.\nLoad/unload parts, change weld tips, nozzles, liners, and consumables.\nPerform daily start-up, homing, and basic maintenance on robots and cobots.\nProgramming & Teach-In\nProgram and set up robotic welding jobs\nUse teach pendants and hand-guidance (cobots) to create or modify paths, weld schedules, offsets, and speeds.\nTouch-up programs on the floor for fit-up changes or new parts.\nOptimize cycle times while maintaining weld quality and repeatability.\nManual Welding Support\nPerform tack welding and touch-up welding with hand-held MIG gun as needed to keep production moving.\nRepair minor robot weld defects or complete welds the robot cannot reach.\nSafety & Quality\nConduct daily safety checks (light curtains, interlocks, e-stops, force-limiting on cobots).\nVerify weld penetration, bead appearance, part placement, and dimensional accuracy.\nComplete quality checklists and report non-conformances immediately.\nFollow all lockout/tagout, ANSI/RIA robotic safety standards, and PPE requirements.\nMaintenance & Troubleshooting\nClear faults/alarms, clean sensors, grease joints, and replace wear items.\nIdentify and communicate recurring issues or spare-parts needs.\nKeep robot and cobot work cells clean and organized.\nWorkflow & Communication\nCoordinate part flow with Welding, Pre-Assembly, and Production Leads.\nStage fixtures, wire spools, shielding gas, and raw material.\nSuggest process improvements and participate in new part prove-outs.\nQualifications\nRequired Skills & Experience\n1+ years operating/programming industrial robots OR collaborative robots (cobots).\nHands-on MIG welding experience, including tacking and touch-up/repair welding.\nComfortable using teach pendants and/or hand-guidance programming on cobots.\nAbility to read blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.\nSolid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.\nExperience with basic hand tools and precision measuring equipment.\nPreferred Experience\nExperience setting up or teaching-in cobot welding applications.\nFormal robotics/cobot training or certification.\nStrong manual MIG welding background in a production environment.\nBasic PLC or electrical troubleshooting.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs.\nComfortable working alongside cobots (no safety fencing) and industrial robots.\nMust wear required PPE including safety glasses, welding helmet when needed, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots.\nDrug Screening\nMust pass pre-employment drug screening.\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) with company match\nVacation and holiday pay\nSupplemental insurance options\nConsistent weekday schedule\nJob Type: Full-time\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nReferral program\nExperience:\nRobotic Welding: 1 year (Required)\nMIG Welding: 1 year (Required)\nRobot Programming: 1 year (Required)\nReading Blueprints & Work Instructions: 1 year (Required)\nManufacturing: 1 year (Required)\nLanguage:\nEnglish (Required)\nLocation:\nColumbus, NE 68601 (Required)\nAbility to Commute:\nColumbus, NE 68601 (Required)\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-08-04T17:32:33.095Z","dateModified":"2026-08-04T17:32:33.095Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Duolift","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Columbus","addressRegion":"NE","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"df68a2e7fbac32020258aeb3"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/df68a2e7fbac32020258aeb3"}}