Position: Machine Builder
Department: Production Systems
Location: Wixom, MI
FLSA: Nonexempt
Position Overview
The machine builder is responsible for fitting and assembling components according to assembly drawings, manuals, engineering memos, sketches and/or knowledge of machine construction. This position requires a strong technical ability and is for a motivated individual who enjoys a variety of responsibility.
Primary Functions and Responsibilities
- Verifies conformance of parts to bill of material and drawings, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, gauges, and micrometers
- Machine assembly from bill of material and drawings
- Assembling pneumatic and hydraulic circuits from drawings
- Electrical wiring
- Machining
- Machine start-up and packaging
- Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read mechanical, electrical and pneumatic drawings
- MS Office capability
- Mechanical Skills: hand tools
- Basic math skills: ratios, weights, metric system
- Machining skills: lathe, mill, cutting tools
- Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
- Capable of reading measuring devices and drawings
- Understanding and communicating technical details
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of basic mechanical and machining skills.
- Minimum of two years prior experience in a similar environment.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Working on a manufacturing floor, which could involve exposure to hazards.
- Willingness to work flexible and sometimes long hours.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis