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Robotics Support Programmer

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Build and refine robot programs to support production launch, downtime recovery, and process ... This position requires weekend support when operations are building headliners. Applicants must be ...

MATRIX DESIGN LLC

Automation Engineer

Bartlett, IL

High proficiency in robot programming (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, KUKA) * Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), HMIs, and industrial communication protocols * Advanced knowledge of ...

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How much do weekend kuka robot programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend kuka robot programmer in Chicago, IL is $37.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.44 and $44.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Kuka Robot Programmer vs Weekend Fanuc Robot Programmer?

AspectWeekend Kuka Robot ProgrammerWeekend Fanuc Robot Programmer
CertificationsKUKA robot programming certifications, technical trainingFanuc robot programming certifications, technical training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, automation facilitiesManufacturing plants, automation facilities
Industry UsageAutomotive, electronics, aerospaceAutomotive, electronics, aerospace
Job FocusProgramming and troubleshooting KUKA robotsProgramming and troubleshooting Fanuc robots

Both roles involve programming industrial robots in manufacturing settings, requiring similar certifications and work environments. The main difference lies in the robot brand expertise: KUKA vs Fanuc. Candidates should choose based on the specific robot systems used by their employer or industry focus.

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Robotics Support Programmer

West Chicago, IL • On-site

Blachford
51 - 200 employees
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$20 - $30/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Job Summary:

The Robotics Support Programmer is a hands‐on, execution‐focused contributor responsible for building, modifying, and troubleshooting industrial robot programs in a live production environment. This role is intentionally narrow in scope and designed to attract experienced practitioners who can step in and support production immediately. This is not a controls engineering role; however, limited familiarity with PLCs is considered beneficial.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program, debug, and troubleshoot Yaskawa Motoman robotic systems, including GP25 robots using YRC1000 pendant controllers.
• Provide immediate hands‐on programming support for waterjet cutting operations; application‐specific techniques can be learned on the job through internal procedures.
• Build and refine robot programs to support production launch, downtime recovery, and process stabilization.
• Provide on‐call or scheduled coverage during vacations, absences, or unexpected resource gaps.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineers at each site to diagnose issues and implement practical, sustainable fixes.

• Receive feedback from quality technicians who provide CMM data to incorporate into program changes.

• Quick ability to adjust programs to stay within print tolerances.
• Support robotic applications for waterjet cutting.
• Document program changes and communicate updates clearly to engineering and operations stakeholders.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and equipment standards while working on or around automated systems.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience Required:

• Direct, hands‐on experience programming industrial robots in a production environment.
• Demonstrated experience with GP25 robot platforms and YRC1000 pendant controllers (preferred but not required).
• Proven ability to independently build, modify, and troubleshoot robot programs with minimal supervision.
• Strong practical troubleshooting skills and working knowledge of industrial automation safety.
• Availability to support variable, short‐notice scheduling based on production needs.

• Experience programming Motoman robots for welding, material handling, spraying, or similar applications (considered directly transferable) (preferred but not required).
• Waterjet robotic application experience (preferred but not required).
• Multi‐axis robotic programming experience.

• Has mechanical aptitude and proficient 3D spatial thinking.
• Limited PLC familiarity for troubleshooting support (not a controls engineering role) (preferred but not required).
• Exposure to Fanuc, Motoman, or ABB robotic platforms (preferred but not required).

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time role onsite; flexible arrangement including on‐call or limited remote support.
• Typical workload: 40 – 45 hours per week, variable based on production needs.
• Maximum hours not to exceed 60 hours per week.
• This position requires weekend support when operations are building headliners.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply today and be part of a team driving innovation and technical excellence!