The Robot Integration Specialist: 

• Leads robotic automation deliverables in an advanced manufacturing environment using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Coordinates and takes the lead role for the technical/functional development and supports automation technology.
• Creates and manages new and existing robot programming solutions to meet design specifications and group standards for new models, design changes, and continuous improvement objectives.
• Performs comprehensive testing and commissioning of equipment and automation systems.
• Performs weekend and major shutdown planning activities.
• Prioritizes and adapts plans to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and maximizes unplanned downtime activities.
• Supports production in planned and unplanned downtime recovery.
• Solves complex automation problems to ensure quality adherence and cycle time objectives are met.
• Drives continuous improvement by recognizing and implementing robotic programming solutions.
• Ensures issues are reported, tracked, and resolved accordingly.
• Drives and supports testing and commissioning activities of existing and new technologies.
• Supports and collaborates with materials specialists to support trials and changes in materials.
• Makes informed decisions on process changes.
• Guides robot programming activities to improve and optimize program pathing to ensure process and equipment sustainability.
• Performs evaluations and capability studies to support new model development, body style changes, new color introductions, robotic tooling, new technologies, and structural additions and modifications.
• Drives continuous improvement activities related to robotic automation such as cycle time, seam quality, material coverage and part interference area.
• Integrates new automation systems and technologies to meet BMW targets and objectives.
• Supports production areas to troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis.
• Directly performs training and assists in coordination of training and development for responsible area.
• Works with process partners material planning, process planning, new model planning, structure planning, and production teams to ensure cohesiveness relating to automation.
• Maintains Automation LOP to ensure tasks are tracked and completed on time.
• Understands and maintains robot utilization and cycle time trackers.
• Steers contractors on assigned tasks.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented. BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family. In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
- Retirement Income Account
- Life insurance
- BMW Associates Assistance Program
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company vehicle program

A perfect car is the product of the perfect process. Production at the BMW Group is highly automated and carried out using the most modern facilities. But it doesn’t run itself. To ensure that driving pleasure is built in from the beginning, means people working with passion and pride. Independently and as part of a motivated team, they perform extraordinary things every day and contribute to the fulfilling of automobile dreams.

• BA/BS degree or the equivalent of 4 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing production environment.
• 5+ years of experience in robotics programming (automotive preferred).
• 3+ years of experience with data analysis tools.
• 3+ years of experience with complex problem solving.
• 3+ years of experience with vision systems (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience with simulation software (preferred).
• 1+ years of experience with new model integration.
• 3+ years of knowledge with written and verbal communication skills as proven through business application.
• 3+ years of knowledge in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project).

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment with BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC (BMW MC) is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, at the option of BMW MC or the employee.