Machine Builder (Level 1)

HS Automation • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Be part of a skilled team that takes pride in precision, collaboration, and building high-quality equipment from the ground up. Manage time efficiently while continuously improving workmanship and personal performance Effectively balance competing priorities with guidance from team leadership Collaborate closely with team members to deliver high-quality products Maintain a positive, professional attitude toward customers and coworkers Work with cross-functional teams to complete projects on time and within budget Communicate clearly with team members, management, and customers regarding project status and potential issues Demonstrate initiative in analyzing problems and developing practical, innovative solutions Build components and assemblies from blueprints, sketches, CAD, and CAM files Operate machining equipment including lathes, grinders, drill presses, and manual Bridgeport mills Assist the Machine Build team with fabrication and assembly using hand and power tools Work alongside experienced Machine Builders on small to medium-sized machines Read and interpret 2D and 3D engineering drawings and schematics Use precision measuring tools and perform accurate calculations Align, secure, and adjust cutting tools and workpieces Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind machine parts to specification Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project success

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Proven mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills
• Basic proficiency operating lathes, grinders, drill presses, and manual Bridgeport mills
• Basic proficiency using hand and power tools
• Ability to accurately use measurement devices and perform precise calculations
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and use hands frequently throughout the workday
• Regular lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects weighing 50 lbs or more

Nice To Haves

• College or trade school certification in Machine Building, Machining, or a related field
• Basic working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Responsibilities

• Manage time efficiently while continuously improving workmanship and personal performance
• Effectively balance competing priorities with guidance from team leadership
• Collaborate closely with team members to deliver high-quality products
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude toward customers and coworkers
• Work with cross-functional teams to complete projects on time and within budget
• Communicate clearly with team members, management, and customers regarding project status and potential issues
• Demonstrate initiative in analyzing problems and developing practical, innovative solutions
• Build components and assemblies from blueprints, sketches, CAD, and CAM files
• Operate machining equipment including lathes, grinders, drill presses, and manual Bridgeport mills
• Assist the Machine Build team with fabrication and assembly using hand and power tools
• Work alongside experienced Machine Builders on small to medium-sized machines
• Read and interpret 2D and 3D engineering drawings and schematics
• Use precision measuring tools and perform accurate calculations
• Align, secure, and adjust cutting tools and workpieces
• Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind machine parts to specification
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project success

Benefits

• Two health insurance plan options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage
• Opportunities for skill development, training, and career growth
• Team-oriented, safety-focused work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED