Machine Builder job description

Industrial Automation Machine Builder Technician
Machine builder experience is required Travel up to 50% including international travel Nights and weekends required Pay up to $35 per hour Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder No remote Full-time Permanent W-2 employee Full benefits No relocation Pewaukee, Wisconsin area This employee-oriented, family-oriented, customer-oriented, custom industrial automation certified systems integration company is hiring a full time, permanent Industrial Automation Machine Builder Technician. They seek out employees that love technology and technology here is on the leading edge. Employees are never bored here as every project is custom and unique. Products are created that have never been created before. Creativity and continuous learning are valued and promoted. The employees here are very creative and they put a lot of R&D into projects. They have a strong corporate culture and employees are not viewed as a number. Management makes work/life balance a priority. Engineers get to see their unique projects being built on the shop floor. There are advancement opportunities and this could grow into management, if that is of interest. Duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:

• Reading and interpreting engineering prints and electrical schematics
• Building installing and troubleshooting industrial automation machines and equipment
• Working weekends and nights as needed
• Traveling up to 50% including international travel
• Wiring electrical panels

The background of the successful candidate must include the following:

• One or more years of machine building experience
• One or more years reading and interpreting electrical schematics
• One or more years of reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Possess your own tools
• Possess the ability to work nights and weekends
• Possess the ability to travel up to 50% including international travel
• Possess a solid work history
• Being a US citizen or green card holder
• Having a residence within a 45 minute drive

Title: Machine Builder
Location: Elgin, IL
Pay Rate: $22-$28/hr plus overtime with excellent benefits and bonus

Position Overview:
The Machine Builder is responsible for building and assembling of our equipment.

Functional Responsibilities:
* Assemble custom machinery that may include precision mechanical assemblies and electrical components using engineering drawings, job specifications, manufacturer instructions and verbal instructions.
* Assemble mechanical systems consisting of machined parts, gear motor drives, gears, bearings, sensors, conveyors, feeders and other industrial components using hand and power tools.
* Assemble and plumb pneumatic systems, consisting of solenoid valves and pneumatic actuators.
* Troubleshoot assembly issues using precision measuring instruments and work with Supervisor to get them resolved.
* Fabricate items for durability with acceptable appearance and minimal cost.
* Plan and organize projects during the build stage to maximize the efficiency of personnel working on projects.
* Exercise good judgment when making decisions in non-routine situations by understanding customer needs, relating factors (Quality, Cost & Delivery) and risk.
* Maintain a high level of craftsmanship.
* Continuous improvement mindset.
* Keep work area clean, organized and safe (5S) so that tasks are completed in an efficient manner as possible.
* Fully understand and follow Standards and Procedures.
* Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Education & Experience:
* 4-6+ years relevant experience (education/experience or both).
* Strong mechanical aptitude.
* Knowledge of PLC's and AC/DC is preferred
* Basic machine shop skills/knowledge required for measuring and reworking precision parts, deburring, polishing, milling, drilling, tapping, etc.
* Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings.
* Able to provide his/her own basic hand tools.
* Good computer skills
Espo Corporation
Willowbrook, IL 60527

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• Pay" $20-25 an hour

As a Machine Builder, you will be a part of a team that puts together complex machines by reading detailed schematics that show how to assemble the machine. You will be responsible for determining how parts should connect, by hand or power tools to trim, shim, cut, and make other adjustments to fit components together. You must be able to ensure the parts properly align, and connect them with fasteners, or weld or solder pieces together.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Build hydraulic, pneumatic and lubrication systems as designed
• Weld components with MIG, TIG or ARC as required
• Perform a variety of pipe fitting tasks, including layout, pipe threading, tube bending and pipe welding
• Crain and Hilo usage
• Bridgeport and lathe usage
• Serve as a back up to the painter
• Keep a clean and safe working environment and optimize space utilization
• Foster a positive team environment by assisting co-workers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

• High School Diploma
• Technical or vocational is a plus

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year in related field

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement with matching
• Employee discount (Ford and Stellantis)
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Referral program
• Training program
• Job development training
• Personal development training
• Supportive team
• Excellent holiday schedule
• Anniversary bonus
• Annual discretionary bonus

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