Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
Timeline
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Brett Hardy

Brett Hardy

Robot Technician / Programmer
Ann Arbor,MI

Summary

Dedicated professional with 10+ years of experience in robotics, focusing on Yaskawa robots and MIG welding programming. Proficient in Motosim, teach pendant and text editor, alongside extensive troubleshooting of PLC systems and HMI. Committed to leveraging technical skills to drive process improvements and achieve operational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Robot Technician III

Flexible Metals Inc
08.2025 - Current

Executed wire barrel changes and performed weld adjustments for robotic systems. Conducted reactive maintenance on tooling, ensuring optimal performance. Adjusted weld parameters and paths to eliminate burn backs and bird nests. Corrected I/O labeling and synchronized with PLC for proper functionality. Diagnosed root causes to enhance operational reliability. Replaced cylinders and sensors to improve system efficiency. Changed valves in valve pack, maintaining equipment integrity.

Maintenance Technician III

Purem by Eberspaecher
08.2021 - 03.2024

Executed diagnosis of issues within robotic GMAW material handlers and spot weld cells, ensuring peak performance. Resolved sensor malfunctions while configuring TCP payloads and user frames for enhanced operation. Conducted shim adjustments and configured tip dress tooling to optimize welding processes. Troubleshot PLCs via HMIs, addressing minor low-voltage electrical issues efficiently. Facilitated safety training sessions for new hires focused on robot programming skills. Integrated peripherals with PLCs and robots to streamline operations. Set up user alarms to improve response times during diagnostics. Performed root cause analysis to tackle persistent faults systematically.

Robot Technician III

Flexible Metal Inc
10.2014 - 09.2021

Programmed new robotic cells from inception to launch, integrating sensors and I/Os for safety and efficiency. Trained operators to exceed production quotas while minimizing defects in welding processes. Initiated basic robotics and welding training for motivated operators with a positive attitude. Analyzed existing lines, implementing changes to reduce cycle time and downtime. Adjusted concurrent I/O in ladder logic to enhance system functionality. Modified weld paths and parameters, boosting welding efficiency. Conducted tool changes and preventive maintenance, ensuring equipment performance. Managed low-voltage electrical systems and pneumatics for operational reliability. Troubleshooting PLC leak testers and dimensional gages.

Education

High school or equivalent - Metals

Pinckney Community High School
Pinckney, MI
06-2004

Skills

Advanced Robot Programming (Yaskawa)

Program edits in text editor

Coordinated motions

Weld/program shifts

Advanced logic programming

Sensors

Hi-Lo Experience

ABB

Teamwork

TCP

TIG welding

Problem Resolution

MIG Welding

Programmable logic controllers

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Ladder Logic

Electrical experience

TIG Welding

Low voltage electrical

Pneumatics

Microsoft Office

HMI

Tooling adjustments

Descriptive "comments" in program to share info with technicians

Certification

  • Yaskawa accelerated programming with Arc welding
  • Basic and advanced programming certificate for Yaskawa robots.

Additional Information

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Robot Technician III

Flexible Metals Inc
08.2025 - Current

Maintenance Technician III

Purem by Eberspaecher
08.2021 - 03.2024

Robot Technician III

Flexible Metal Inc
10.2014 - 09.2021

High school or equivalent - Metals

Pinckney Community High School
Brett HardyRobot Technician / Programmer