Machine Builder

Samuel, Son & Co.•Tucson, AZ

7h•Onsite

About The Position

What You’ll Be Doing • Assemble manufactured and purchased components to meet the specifications as indicated by assembly drawings. Assemblies may include complex arrangements and may require fitting and adjustment to meet close tolerances. • Using the design package and customer specifications for reference; plan and coordinates work required to assemble systems and sub-assemblies • Review jobs before assembly starts and interacts with engineering to obtain design clarification as required • Assist and direct teams of technicians assigned to the build. • Ensure that all print updates are being completed and that rework is properly recorded. • Using established procedures for “Integration” perform setup and alignment of the system and sub-assemblies. Repair and/or replace defective components of the system as required • Responsible for resolving issues through technical problem solving and troubleshooting • Participates in regular project status updates with project team and customers • Responsible for mentoring (including feedback on skills and behavior), and providing guidance on safe work practices for Technicians • Installation of custom assemblies on customer floor; may be required for scheduled or unscheduled onsite customer service on evenings or weekends • Provide customer training when required You’ll Be Great At • Solving practical problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists • Math and communication skills • High mechanical aptitude and be familiar with measurement tools • Must have the ability to: o Read blueprints o Operate hand tools o Work independently and with others o Take direction and receive constructive criticism o Direct teams o Troubleshoot mechanical, PLC, hydraulic and pneumatic faults Level of Autonomy and Authority • Take direction from the Manufacturing Manager • Work independently on broad assignments, receiving general instructions concerning objectives, priorities, and other operational relationships • Assist and direct teams of Technicians and others as required

Requirements

A Certificate as a Machine Builder, Machinist, Maintenance Technician, or 10 years of equivalent work experience
5 years’ experience in building custom automated machines
5 years’ experience reading and interpreting drawings and solid models
2 years’ experience in a lead role
Demonstrated knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and machine tools (Knee Mill, Surface Grinder, Lathe)
3 years’ experience using computers and computer software
Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
Must be capable of working in a team environment and be able to maintain a positive attitude and consistent contribution to the projects assigned.
Solving practical problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Math and communication skills
High mechanical aptitude and be familiar with measurement tools
Must have the ability to: o Read blueprints o Operate hand tools o Work independently and with others o Take direction and receive constructive criticism o Direct teams o Troubleshoot mechanical, PLC, hydraulic and pneumatic faults

Responsibilities

Assemble manufactured and purchased components to meet the specifications as indicated by assembly drawings.
Using the design package and customer specifications for reference; plan and coordinates work required to assemble systems and sub-assemblies
Review jobs before assembly starts and interacts with engineering to obtain design clarification as required
Assist and direct teams of technicians assigned to the build.
Ensure that all print updates are being completed and that rework is properly recorded.
Using established procedures for “Integration” perform setup and alignment of the system and sub-assemblies.
Repair and/or replace defective components of the system as required
Responsible for resolving issues through technical problem solving and troubleshooting
Participates in regular project status updates with project team and customers
Responsible for mentoring (including feedback on skills and behavior), and providing guidance on safe work practices for Technicians
Installation of custom assemblies on customer floor; may be required for scheduled or unscheduled onsite customer service on evenings or weekends
Provide customer training when required