Gerald Schmidt - Robot Programmer

Q: Where is Gerald based?

Gerald is based in Büdingen, Germany .

Q: What languages does Gerald speak?

Gerald speaks the following languages: German (Native) .

Q: How many years of experience does Gerald have?

Gerald has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Gerald has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 24 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months . Note that Gerald may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Gerald's latest experience?

Gerald's most recent position is Robot Programmer at Boysen / Eftec .

Q: What companies has Gerald worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gerald has worked for Boysen / Eftec , Audi , Grob-Werke GmbH , Eftec , and VW .

Q: Which industries is Gerald most experienced in?

Gerald is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Chemical . Gerald also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense .

Q: Which business areas is Gerald most experienced in?

Gerald is most experienced in business areas like Production , Quality Assurance , and Product Development . Gerald also has some experience in Project Management and Operations .

Q: Which industries has Gerald worked in recently?

Gerald has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Gerald worked in recently?

Gerald has recently worked in business areas like Production , Product Development , and Quality Assurance .

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Büdingen, Germany

Experience

Oct 2024 - Jan 2025

4 months

Nyíregyháza, Hungary

Robot Programmer

Boysen / Eftec

Worked at Boysen Hungary in Nyiregyhaza for Eftec.
Programmed Fanuc M-710IC/20L robot with integrated camera.
Coated battery trays with PVC according to customer specifications.
Optimized robot paths, camera analysis, and application parameters for reproducible coating quality.

Aug 2024 - Oct 2024

3 months

Brussels, Belgium

Robot Programmer

Audi

Worked at Audi Brussels in the PVC sealing area.
Used ABB IRB 2400/4400 robots with IRC5 controllers.
Programmed fine seam sealing of car bodies with PVC.
Added extra paths in doors and tailgate.
Measured body parts on the robot with a VMT camera and adjusted programs accordingly.
Implemented the scope defined by Audi in a fine seam sealing station.

Jun 2024 - Jul 2024

2 months

Robot Programmer

Grob-Werke GmbH

Programmed at Grob-Werke GmbH.
Used an ABB IRB 8700-800/3.5 robot in the GM7171 project.
Programmed a machine for stator processing.
Implemented robot handling logic using a gripper for four parts, various stations, and motion sequences.

Feb 2024 - Apr 2024

3 months

Robot Programmer

Eftec

Worked at Eftec to program coating of battery trays.
Client: Boysen, end customer: BMW.
Programmed a stationary cell with an ABB IRB 2600-12/1.85 Type B robot for PVC coating according to BMW specifications.
Prepared seven Fanuc M-710IC/20L robots for the same application.
Commissioned a Fanuc M-710IC/20L for lab use and prepared it for programming.

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

1 year

Brussels, Belgium

Robot Programmer

Audi

Worked at Audi Brussels in the PVC sealing area.
Used ABB IRB 2400/4400 robots with IRC5 controllers.
Implemented UBS/NVU/NVO/SDM applications with PVC for body sealing and fine seam sealing.
Integrated the new Audi Q4 derivative into the existing line.
Applied the programming scope defined by Audi on all robots.

Aug 2022 - Jan 2023

6 months

Bratislava, Slovakia

Robot Programmer

VW

Assignment at VW Bratislava in the PVC sealing area.
Deployed nine ABB IRB 2400L Type B robots.
Programmed UBS/NVU with PVC for sealing VW Passat bodies.
Four robots spray GAD from below, four more robots for UBS application.
Used an additional robot for rocker panel sealing.
Created and optimized programs for the VW Passat.

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Ingolstadt, Germany

Robot Programmer

Audi AG

Assignment at Audi AG in Ingolstadt on the PVC_N56 project (PVC sealing).
Set up a new production line with Kuka robots KR 20 R1810-2, KR 30 L16-2, KR 50 R2500, KR 120 R2700-2, and VKRC4 controller.
Programmed UBS/NVU/NVO/SDM applications using PVC for body sealing and fine seam sealing.
Commissioned and optimized the new line.

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

1 year

Dessau-Roßlau, Germany

Robot Programmer

Firma König

Assignment at Firma König in Dessau.
Operated the painting system with two ABB IRB 5500 robots.
Sprayed car parts and programmed painting processes.
Commissioned robots and created painting programs.
Integrated paint supply from Oltrogge company.

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

2 years

Brussels, Belgium

Robot Programmer

Audi

Assignment at Audi Brussels in the PVC sealing area.
Deployed ABB robots IRB 2400/4400 with IRC5 controller.
Implemented UBS/NVU/NVO/SDM applications using PVC for body sealing and fine seam sealing.
Completed system commissioning.
Restructured programs and workflows to improve maintainability and efficiency.

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

1 year

Sinntal, Germany

Robot Programmer

P&O Plastic Omnium

Assignment in the paint shop at P&O Plastic Omnium in Sterbfritz.
Deployed the Fanuc robot P-250iB-15 with R-30iB Plus controller.
Programmed all stations from cleaning to clear coat.
Created and optimized programs for painting body attachment parts.

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

1 year

Munich, Germany

Robot Programmer

BMW

Worked at BMW paint shop in Munich.
Used ABB IRB 5500 robots with IRC5P controller.
Analyzed painting issues and identified causes.
Implemented coating optimizations to improve surface quality and process stability.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

2 years

Munich, Germany

Robot Programmer

ABB / BMW

Worked at ABB for BMW Munich in the PVC sealing area.
Used ABB IRB 2600/4400 robots with IRC5 controller.
Programmed UBS/NVU/NVO/SDM applications with PVC for body sealing.
Commissioned, programmed, and optimized twenty NVU and eight NVO robots for all car bodies.
Optimized four robots for SDM programs.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

Amt Wachsenburg, Germany

Robot Programmer

Hörmann KG

Worked at Hörmann KG in Ichtershausen with ABB IRB 5500 robots and ABB IRC5P controller.
Commissioned and programmed the robot system.
Applied and optimized paint on parts for doors and gates.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

Morsbach, Germany

Robot Programmer

Montaplast GmbH

Worked at Montaplast GmbH in Morsbach with a Fanuc P-250 iB15 robot and R-30iB controller.
Programmed the painting of car body attachments (cleaning, flaming, primer, base coat, clear coat).
Programmed and optimized all stages of the painting process.

Jan 2016 - May 2017

1 year 5 months

Września, Poland

Robot Programmer

VW

Worked at VW in Wrzesnia, Poland, with a Kuka VKRC4 controller and an external axis.
Integrated an external axis with rail tracking (Kuka's own development).
Programmed and optimized wax application on car bodies.
Commissioned the robot cell including external axis control.

Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

1 year

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Robot Programmer

Caterpillar

Worked at Caterpillar in Newcastle with ABB IRC5P controller.
Inspected coating of loading bins.
Reviewed system, identified and documented defects.
Developed improvement proposals for the system and coating process.

Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

1 year

Schmölln, Germany

Robot Programmer

Grammer

Worked at Grammer in Schmölln with ABB IRC5P controller.
Applied two-component adhesive to various plastic parts.
Took over adhesive supply and system setup by Oltrogge, handling integration and programming.
Created new programs and optimized coating processes.
After coating, parts are flocked; coordinated process steps accordingly.

Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

1 year

Aichach, Germany

Robot Programmer

Oltrogge

Worked at Oltrogge in Aichach.
Painted turbines with Yaskawa MH12 robot, DX200.
End customer: MTU Munich.
Created and optimized programs for turbine coating.

Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

1 year

Ostrov, Czech Republic

Robot Programmer

Witte Automotive

Worked at Witte Automotive in Ostrov, Czech Republic.
Painted door handles with B&M paint robot.
Assisted in programming and optimizing painting processes.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

2 years

Győr, Hungary

Robot Programmer

Audi

Worked in the paint area (PVC) at Audi Győr in Hungary with ABB IRC5 controller.
Implemented GAD (seam sealing) on Audi A3 and TT (all variants).
PVC supplied via SCA system.
Carried out commissioning, programming, and optimization of PVC applications.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Neckarsulm, Germany

Robot Programmer

Audi

Worked in the paint shop (PVC) at Audi Neckarsulm with Kuka VKRC4 controller.
Implemented FAD programming with VMT camera system.
Created and optimized measurement programs and application programs for PVC application.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Soria, Spain

Robot Programmer

Ficosa

Worked in the paint shop at Ficosa in Soria (Spain) with ABB S4 controller.
Painted side mirror housings for various car manufacturers.
Process included primer, base coat and clear coat in three stations.
Optimized layer thickness in all stations to meet quality requirements.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Kassel, Germany

Robot Programmer

Mercedes Benz

Worked in the paint shop at Mercedes Benz in Kassel with ABB IRC5P controller.
Painted truck axles with 2-component paint using line-tracking method.
Created new programs and optimized application parameters to ensure stable paint application.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Born, Netherlands

Robot Programmer

Nedcar VDL

Worked in the paint shop (PVC) at Nedcar VDL in Born, Netherlands with ABB S4 controller.
Implemented fine seam sealing on the Mini Cooper.
Carried out partial commissioning with VMT camera system.
Created and optimized programs for PVC application.
PVC supply via SCA system.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Saarwellingen, Germany

Robot Programmer

RESA

Pre-assembly of a system at RESA in Saarwellingen with Kuka VKRC4 controller.
Commissioning and programming according to VW standard.
Implemented system for gluing side windows on Audi bodies.
The conveyor system uses a pick-up station where the robot picks up the windows with a suction gripper.
The robot applies adhesive to the window edge.
Gluing gun assigned as an external axis to the robot and programmed accordingly.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Gothenburg, Sweden

Robot Programmer

Volvo

Deployed in Volvo's paint shop in Gothenburg (Sweden) using ABB IRC5P controller.
Optimized base coat and clear coat applications in stop-and-go operation.
Improved coating quality and process stability for all models painted there.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

2 years

Ingolstadt, Germany

Robot Programmer

Audi

Deployed in the paint area (PVC) at Audi Ingolstadt with ABB robots and IRC5 controller.
Commissioned fourteen ABB robots in the FAD (fine seam sealing).
Integrated ISRA camera systems, defined paths for image captures for base correction.
Created and optimized application programs for PVC seam sealing.
Handled PVC supply using an EFTEC system.
In the UBS system initially commissioned, programmed, and optimized five ABB robots, then five more.
Programmed and optimized fine seam sealing and UBS for all models built there.

Jan 2010 - Dec 2013

4 years

Regensburg, Germany

Robot Programmer

BMW

Deployed in the paint area of the BMW plant in Regensburg with Kuka KRC2 and KRC4 controllers.
Commissioned twelve Kuka robots (8× KR30L16, 4× KR30HA_3) for PVC seam sealing.
Equipped robots with ISRA camera systems to precisely target seam positions on body parts.
Created application programs, programmed fixed positions and applications for all body types built there.
Programmed and optimized all body types in the UBS system; used Kuka KR16 robots with KRC2 and KRC4 controllers.
Programmed and optimized beading flange sealing, seam sealing, and UBS.
Commissioned the systems with ISRA and VMT camera systems.

Jan 2001 - Dec 2009

9 years

Frankfurt, Germany

Project Manager / Robot Programmer

Aksys GmbH

Optimized a foil line in Frankfurt with Kuka KRC2 controller (Kuka KR 125).
Stacked aluminum foil (aluminum/butyl) from the cutter onto pallets using a suction system.
Acted as project manager, commissioning engineer, and programmer.
Developed a suction system that adapts to the foil size.
Programmed the robot to pick up foils of different sizes with a 5.5-second cycle time and place them on pallets based on position.
Implemented logic to release the pallet for transport once it reaches a certain height.

Jan 2001 - Dec 2009

9 years

Frankfurt, Germany

Robot Programmer

Aksys GmbH

Developed and tested application systems for sprayable compounds in Frankfurt.
Used Kuka KRC2 and Fanuc RJ3i robots.
Tested various materials to see if and how they could be sprayed with robotic technology.
Developed pick & place processes (automatic insertion of insulation mats into bodies).
Designed and built grippers, mounted them on the robot, and programmed them to place parts in the body with precise positioning.

Jan 2001 - Dec 2009

9 years

Terrassa, Spain

Robot Programmer

Aksys GmbH

Butyl adhesive application in Terrassa (Spain) using an ABB IRB 1400 robot and S4 controller.
Converted a system composed of a barrel pump, hose, pressure regulator and gun to dosing technology.
Replaced the pressure regulator with a dispenser designed for approximately 180 degrees processing temperature.
Selected, ordered, mechanically integrated and commissioned the dispenser.
Equipped the system with a new gun and optimized existing programs.
Programmed and optimized the material application (butyl adhesive).

Jan 2001 - Dec 2009

9 years

Lemförde, Germany

Robot Programmer

Elastogran

Programmed a B+M painting robot for coating a tub in Lemförde.
Processed polyurethane material.
Optimized the material application with the robot.
Implemented a cleaning concept because the material cures very quickly and the gun needed to be cleaned quickly after each spray process.

Jan 1999 - Dec 1999

1 year

Neckarsulm, Germany

Robot Programmer

Audi

Set up a system for applying sprayable insulating material at the Neckarsulm plant.
Used Kuka robots with VKRC2 controller (6× Kuka KR 6).
Equipped robots with swirl guns (guns with rotating nozzles).
Also fitted one robot with a pin on the arm to open and close the tailgate.
Responsible for the installation, commissioning and programming of the robots.

Jan 1998 - Dec 1998

1 year

Zwickau, Germany

Site Manager

VW

Set up the second UBS line at VW in Zwickau-Mosel, with Fanuc RJ3 controller.
Commissioned and programmed six spray robots and two cleaning robots.
Held the position of site manager, responsible for setting up the UBS line with eight Fanuc robots.
Positioned robots with an additional axis.
Coordinated cable laying and material supply.
Equipped robots with guns and installed the tubing.
Commissioned the Fanuc M16 RJ3 robots.
Programmed and optimized the layer thickness for all body types.
Assigned two of the eight robots to clean the studs on the body floor.
Independently developed a blow-off tool for cleaning.

Jan 1997 - Dec 1997

1 year

Eisenach, Germany

Robot Programmer

Opel

Programmed welding robots with Fanuc RH and RJ1 controllers in the body shop at Opel in Eisenach.
Client: FFT/EDAG.
Integrated new milling stations to mill off the weld caps on the welding tongs.
Re-taught positions for the new milling stations.
Provided production support to optimize the weld points.
Adjusted the weld points and set the welding control.

Jan 1997 - Dec 1997

1 year

Zwickau, Germany

Robot Programmer

VW

Retrofitted two Fanuc robots with RJ2 controllers on the UBS line at VW in Zwickau-Mosel.
Commissioned and programmed the robots in the underbody protection application (UBS).

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, Chemical, and Aerospace and Defense.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Chemical

Aerospace and Defense

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Experienced in Production, Quality Assurance, Product Development, Project Management, and Operations.

Production

Quality Assurance

Product Development

Project Management

Operations

Summary

Since 1997 in the robotics industry.

Self-employed since November 1, 2010.

Skills

Commissioning And Programming Robots With Controllers: Abb S4, Irc5, Irc5p
Commissioning And Programming Robots With Controllers: Fanuc Rh, Rj1, Rj2, Rj3i, P-250ib-15, R-30ib, M-710ic/20l
Commissioning And Programming Robots With Controllers: Kuka Vkrc2, Krc1, Krc2, Krc4, Vkrc4, Krc5
B&m Painting Robots
Yaskawa Mh12 Dx200
Ubs
Seam Sealing
Fine Seam Sealing
Hem Seam Sealing
Sprayable Insulation Material (Sdm)
Painting
Spot Welding
Pick & Place
Palletizing
Other Applications In Material Application And Coating

Languages

German

Native

Education

Toolmaker

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 36

Experience in Automotive 26.5 y

Avg length 1 y 11 m

Longest experience 8 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 10 (Germany, Belgium, Hungary, Spain, Slovakia, +5)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Robot Programmer, Project Manager / Robot Programmer, Site Manager

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Chemical

Main business areas Production, Quality Assurance, Product Development

Profile

Created

October 2024

Last Update

February 2026

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Where is Gerald based?

Gerald is based in Büdingen, Germany.

What languages does Gerald speak?

Gerald speaks the following languages: German (Native).

How many years of experience does Gerald have?

Gerald has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Gerald has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 24 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months. Note that Gerald may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Gerald be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Gerald would be well-suited for roles such as: Robot Programmer, Project Manager / Robot Programmer, Site Manager.

What is Gerald's latest experience?

Gerald's most recent position is Robot Programmer at Boysen / Eftec.

What companies has Gerald worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gerald has worked for Boysen / Eftec, Audi, Grob-Werke GmbH, Eftec, and VW.

Which industries is Gerald most experienced in?

Gerald is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Chemical. Gerald also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas is Gerald most experienced in?

Gerald is most experienced in business areas like Production, Quality Assurance, and Product Development. Gerald also has some experience in Project Management and Operations.

Which industries has Gerald worked in recently?

Gerald has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Gerald worked in recently?

Gerald has recently worked in business areas like Production, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.

What is Gerald's education?

Gerald attended education in Toolmaker.

What is the availability of Gerald?

Gerald is immediately available for suitable projects.

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