Job Details

Gripper Technician December 9, 2025

N033

Located in Sanford, NC

Pay: 18.00

Job Full Description

Express is looking for a driven candidate with a manual machining experience to join our team.

 

Technical Skills

  • Manual Machining: Experience operating mills, lathes, and other manual machines to create or modify gripper components.

  • Mechanical Assembly: Ability to assemble, align, and calibrate gripper systems and related tooling.

  • Blueprint and Technical Drawing Interpretation: Strong understanding of mechanical drawings, tolerances, and part specifications.

  • Robotics Integration: Familiarity with robotic platforms (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA) and how grippers interface with them.

  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics: Skilled at identifying and fixing mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical issues in gripper systems.

  • Preventive Maintenance: Knowledge of how to maintain and service grippers to ensure reliable performance.

  • Quality Control and Inspection: Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.

  • Documentation & Reporting: Ability to document setups, repairs, testing results, and create technical reports or manuals.

Preferred Background or Qualifications

  • Experience: 2+ years in manual machining, mechanical assembly, or automation equipment maintenance.

  • Education: Technical diploma or certification in Machining, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field.

  • Bonus Skills:

    • Experience with CNC machines or programming.

    • Understanding of pneumatic systems and sensors used in grippers.

    • Familiarity with safety standards in manufacturing and robotics environments.


Soft Skills

  • Attention to Detail: Precision is crucial in machining and robotics integration.

  • Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and develop practical solutions for mechanical or system issues.

  • Collaboration: Comfortable working closely with engineers, operators, and maintenance teams.

  • Communication: Clear written and verbal communication for documenting work and training others.

  • Adaptability: Capable of adjusting to new equipment, production changes, or evolving automation technology.

 

Sanford, NC
2665
307 North Horner Blvd
Sanford, NC 27330

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