FANUC Robot Programmer / Developer - KAREL
About the job
- At least 5 years of FANUC robot programming experience in industrial automation.
- Strong experience programming with FANUC KAREL.
- Experience with FANUC Teach Pendant programming.
- Ability to develop robot applications from the ground up rather than modifying existing code.
- Experience integrating robots with PLC-controlled manufacturing systems.
- Strong understanding of industrial networking and communications.
- Experience troubleshooting robotic cells during startup and production.
- Ability to read electrical drawings and robot layouts.
- Willingness to travel and work on-site in South Carolina and Texas.
- Develop and modify FANUC robot programs using Teach Pendant and KAREL programming.
- Design and implement custom KAREL applications to extend robot functionality beyond standard Teach Pendant capabilities.
- Program complete robotic applications from concept through production startup.
- Integrate robots with programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, vision systems, barcode scanners, radio-frequency identification readers, and other industrial peripherals.
- Configure and troubleshoot robot communications using EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, PROFINET, and serial communications.
- Support robot startup, commissioning, debugging, and production optimization.
- Diagnose and resolve software, communication, and hardware issues during integration.
- Collaborate with controls engineers, project managers, and customers throughout project execution.
- Document programming changes, software revisions, and commissioning activities.
- Travel to customer sites for installation and production support.
- Experience with FANUC iRVision.
- Experience integrating barcode scanners.
- Experience integrating radio-frequency identification systems.
- Experience with SQL or database connectivity.
- Experience with socket messaging.
- Background in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
- Robot simulation experience using ROBOGUIDE or similar software.
About the company
GABLETEK builds and integrates industrial automation systems for manufacturers seeking to automate production processes. Its services include robot programming, PLC controls implementation and complete systems that combine robots, safety equipment, control panels and software. The engineering team supports applications such as assembly, welding, material handling, inspection, packaging and machine tending, working from initial consultation through installation, commissioning and production support. It also trains customer teams to operate the hardware, software and controls included in their systems. GABLETEK is headquartered in Troy, Michigan.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Troy, MI
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Safety credentials: staff receive SafeMove, Dual Check Safety and Global Robotics Standards certification.
- Equipment allowances: published benefits include $50 monthly cellphone reimbursement and a $150 annual boot allowance.
- Paid cross-training: robot programmer trainees receive paid training after starting and between projects.
What critics are saying
- Relocation exposure: maintenance technicians must accept travel and relocation for the duration of an assignment.
- Finite project tenure: the advertised FANUC contract has an estimated end in January 2027.
- Reactive workload: maintenance technicians handle unscheduled repairs alongside preventive maintenance and incident analysis.
What makes GABLETEK unique
- Supplier recognition: GableTek lists ABB Authorized Value Provider and Kawasaki Preferred Integrator status.
- Prebuilt integration: complete systems are integrated on GableTek's floor before installation at the customer site.
- Customized customer courses: training programs are tailored to each company's specific needs.
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