Robotic Production Technician
Lincoln Electric · Columbus, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Controls
- Base pay
- $33k–$48k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level controls role at Lincoln Electric (industrial) in Columbus, OH. Support, implement and understand the intent of the EMS policy.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- ISO 9001, AS9100, Robotics, Automation, Machining, Welding
- Base pay
- $33k–$48k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$95k. This one lists $33k–$48k.
Median of the low and high ends of 65 live postings that list pay, out of 1046 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 7 other live controls postings in Ohio.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Automation 75%
- PLC 63%
- ✓ Robotics 63%
- ✓ Team leadership 38%
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Position Summary
Build Lincoln Electric Automation designed machinery and equipment.
Position
Responsibilities
- ◆With general supervision, perform mechanical assembly and testing of small finished good assemblies.
- ◆Support build teams on larger projects, as needed.
- ◆Capable of meeting established goals in a timely and efficient manner.
- ◆Utilize basic problem identification and resolution systems.
- ◆Keep team members informed through timely utilization of verbal and written reports.
- ◆Operate forklift and cranes.
- ◆Work well with helpers, Engineers, Management, and support functions.
- ◆Work well with customers as required to successfully complete projects.
- ◆Other duties,
responsibilities
and special projects, as assigned.
Job
Essential Skills and Experience
- ✓Minimum High School Diploma
- ✓Ability to use basic hand tools and learn specialized equipment
- ✓Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy
- ✓Commitment to company values
- ✓Educational, training, and experience
requirements
may be modified at the Management Team’s discretion
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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .
Location: Columbus
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
Pay Range: ( $32,958.21 - $47,840.00 )
Target Bonus: 5 %
Job
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
- •Understand the Company’s EHS Policy and how it relates to this job.
- •Be aware of OSHA & EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company’s Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job.
- •Work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner and observe all company EHS procedures.
- •Know that the company EHS procedures are located on the ISO drive.
- •Immediately notify the Supervisor if there is any safety hazard, any equipment not operating correctly, or if there are any questions regarding EHS procedures.
- •Attend required EHS training
Reporting to this position: No direct reports
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- •Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. Be able to climb ladders; lift hand tools approx. 1-15 lbs in weight to complete machine assembly, parts up to 50 lbs. Repetition with activity.
- •Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
ISO-14001 : Complies with ISO 14001, and other relevant standards. Support, implement and understand the intent of the EMS policy. Participates with ISO-14001 as required.
AS 9100 w/ ISO 9001: Complies with AS9100 with ISO 9001 quality management system, procedures, and work instructions.
General sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.