Robotics Assembly Technician (Robotics)

Location: Torrance, California, United States; onsite production environment

Salary: $39–$55 per hour depending on Technician II/T02 or Technician III/T03 level.

Company

Divergent develops integrated engineering and manufacturing systems for automotive, aerospace, and defense applications.

What you will do

• Operate, monitor, and support robotic assembly, anodize automation, scan box inspection, and other automated manufacturing cells.
• Maintain part flow, stage and move materials, and support shipping, receiving, and shop logistics, including forklift operation.
• Prepare parts through masking, cleaning, light mechanical assembly, adhesive-ready preparation, and digital validation.
• Perform routine operational maintenance and troubleshoot basic robotic, mechanical, and electrical issues.
• Update work instructions and checklists, report nonconformances, and support corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Follow safety procedures while working around moving machinery and keep production areas clean and organized.

Requirements

• Must be able to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls and be eligible to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience operating industrial robots such as Kuka, ABB, FANUC, or Yaskawa, or automated production equipment.
• Understanding of robotic operation, automation troubleshooting, and mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, safely climb ladders, communicate effectively, and work independently.

Nice to have

• Experience with Kuka six-axis robots or similar robotic manipulators.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment and HMI interfaces.
• Experience with automated adhesive dispensing equipment.
• Background in high-volume, multi-cell, or high-mix automated production.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, dynamic, high-performing, and mission-driven manufacturing environment.
• Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and a year-end shutdown.
• Paid parental leave and comprehensive HMO or Premium PPO health benefits.
• Company-sponsored life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Equity plan, discretionary results-based incentive opportunities, and learning and development reimbursement.
• Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required based on production needs.