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Zachary Messina

Macomb,MI

Summary

Innovative Robot Programmer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in robotic programming languages, automation system design, and machine learning integration. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless project execution and innovation in robotics solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Robot Programmer

Motorcity Programmers
Macomb, MI
04.2017 - Current
  • Paslin/Martinrea - Cherry Creek, MI - Frameline using Lincoln Mig welders
  • Fori Automation - Martinrea Shelbyville, KY - Floorpan line using WTC spotwelders, Nordson sealer units, Coherix laser tracking systems, Material Handling, Ped stud welders, dual gun spot welding
  • Hirotec/Chrysler - Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, MI - Lead production support role on doors and roof cells, spot welding, Nordson sealers, Material Handlers, roller hemming
  • Detroit Diesel - Redford, MI - laser tracking offsetting sealer programs for 27 models, Material Handling, Offsetting torque gun
  • Legacy/FlexnGate - Auburn Hills MI/ Royal Oak, MI - WTC spot welding, Lincoln Mig welding, SCA sealer units, Coherix laser tracking systems, Ped nut welding, ATI tool changing units
  • Legacy/FlexnGate - Auburn Hills MI/ Hermosillo, MEX - WTC spot welding, Weld Point water savers, Lincoln Mig welding, SCA sealer units, Coherix laser tracking systems, ped nut welding, ATI tool changing units, Dual gun spot welding
  • Legacy/Martinrea - Northport, AL - WTC spot welding, dual gun spot welding, Delta Point water savers, Fronius Mig welding, Henrob rivet guns, K-Flow flowdrills, SCA sealer units, Coherix laser tracking units, Material Handling, ATI tool changing units
  • Expert Group - Auburn Hills, MI - Material handling, leak testing stations
  • Classic/Challenge - Pontiac, MI - Added new robots and re-sequenced line for improved cycle time, WTC spot welding, Nordson Sealer units, Coherix laser tracking system, Weldpoint water savers, Henrob rivet guns
  • Metalsa - Hopkinsville, KY - Replaced 20 year old robots with new ones and re-sequenced welds and zones for improved cycle time, created DCS, changed communications from Devicenet to Ethernet

Education

High School Diploma -

Roosevelt Highschool
Wyandotte, MI
06-2015

Some College (No Degree) -

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI

Skills

  • Extensive understanding and implementation of Fanuc robots in general
  • Set up and/or replace robots from scratch with only core software packages
  • Multifaceted installation and updating applications, including many types of Arc/Mig welders, Resistance/Spot welders, sealer applications, material handling, vision systems, Coherix units, laser tracking systems, rivet gun applications, Flowdrills, and several others
  • Setting up and altering devices using Ethernet, DeviceNet, IO-Link, and Profinet communications
  • Improving functionality and robot pathing for longevity and speed/cycle time
  • Creating, testing, and improving robot zones
  • Creating TCPs and RTCPs
  • Writing logic according to customer standards in the main, sub, and background programs
  • Creation and modification of DCS, and other safety devices

Certification

  • GRS 6.4 certified, completed 11/7/2024

Timeline

Robot Programmer

Motorcity Programmers
04.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

Roosevelt Highschool

Some College (No Degree) -

Wayne State University
Zachary Messina