Senior Machine Build Technician

GP Reeves Inc.•Holland, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Machine Build Technician builds complex machine components and systems, modifies electrical enclosures and aluminum plates, and builds aluminum extrusion frames. This senior role handles the most complex or new systems and may train and guide other Machine Builders. Quality and accuracy are essential to complete work correctly the first time, minimize scrap, and support on-time delivery. The technician works with engineering and design teams to improve designs, optimize assembly processes, and resolve technical challenges. The position combines office work with hands-on work alongside Machine Builders, and requires regular, predictable onsite attendance at the workplace or customer/client locations. The work environment is flexible and team-oriented, with employees performing a variety of facility tasks to fulfill customer jobs. Travel is up to 15% of the time, normally for a few days once or twice a month. Overtime or changes to the normal shift may be needed to meet customer orders, including work on weekdays, weekends, or holidays.

Requirements

At least 8 years of machine-building experience.
Proficiency in interpreting and applying mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
Expertise with drill presses, handheld drills, knockout punches, tapping tools, and jigsaws.
Knowledge of precision alignment techniques and equipment such as laser alignment tools or dial indicators.
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems during assembly and testing.
Experience identifying and resolving issues in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver's license.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ethical conduct, critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and solve customer challenges.
Ability to work successfully in a team environment with excellent communication skills.
Strong time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to combine office work with hands-on work alongside Machine Builders.
Ability to present information effectively to management and customers, and respond effectively to common customer inquiries and complaints.
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods and move about outdoor, warehouse, and machine-shop environments.
Ability to operate computers, machinery, tools, vehicles, and industrial equipment; use hands and arms to handle, assemble, adjust, control, test, and operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to frequently move objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
Ability to climb, bend, squat, kneel, crouch, and reach above the shoulder while working with equipment and loading or unloading materials.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Hearing ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking level, with or without correction, receive detailed oral information, and distinguish sounds.
Ability to meet travel requirements of up to 15% and maintain a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee and perform complex machine or mechanical-system assembly according to design specifications, quality standards, and tight tolerances.
Lead installation and precise alignment of critical components, including gears, motors, belts, and other mechanical and electrical parts.
Modify electrical enclosures using drawings and layout templates, including creating openings with drill presses, handheld drills, knockout punches, and jigsaws while complying with electrical standards.
Modify aluminum plates and extrusion frames based on detailed drawings and templates, including drilling, tapping holes, and assembling frames accurately and efficiently.
Interpret and apply hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical schematics to build and troubleshoot machine components and systems.
Mentor junior builders in assembly techniques, safety practices, and quality assurance.
Collaborate with engineering and design teams to recommend design improvements, optimize assembly processes, and resolve technical challenges.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies throughout machine building and testing.
Use checklists and an open-issues list to ensure complete, quality products.
Use hand and power tools and specialized machinery to cut, shape, and assemble components.
Maintain accurate records of the build process, modifications, and issues encountered.
Deliver and pick up parts from local vendors as needed.
Travel to customer/client locations as required.
Work overtime or changes to the normal shift when needed to meet customer orders, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.