Assembly/Machine Builder

Job Juncture; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking an Assembly/Machine Builder in Iowa to construct custom machines from drawings, or verbal instructions. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and experience assembling or repairing industrial equipment.

You will work from prints, keep the area clean, and ensure safety in all operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1+ years in manufacturing or mechanical work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1+ years in manufacturing or mechanical work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with cars or mechanical background is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand hydraulic components.
• Basic understanding of 12V wiring.

Responsibilities

• Build custom, made-to-order machines per drawings or verbal instructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and safety practices.
• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches.
• Operate hand tools, air tools, overhead cranes, and forklift as needed.
• Lift 50–75 lbs regularly and stand for long periods.
• Fluently read/write/speak English.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Hydraulic knowledge

12V wiring

Forklift operation

Lifting 50-75 lb

English fluency

Standing long hours

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Wrenches

Air tools

Overhead cranes

Steel handling

Job description

Job Summary of the Assembly/Machine Builder: The Assembly/Machine Builder will be responsible for b uilding custom, made-to-order machines per drawing specifications. Must possess a strong mechanical aptitude with experience in building or mechanical repair of industrial/heavy equipment. Be able to work from prints, sketches, or verbal instructions. A strong attention to detail is required. To be safe in all operations of the job. To keep the work area clean and organized. This is a low-volume work environment where you will build a machine from start to finish. This is a first shift position, and pay is commensurate with experience. Subject to a drug screening and background check.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Assembly/Machine Builder:

• Must have a High School Degree
• 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment or mechanical work experience.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• Any experience working on cars or any type of mechanic background is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• An understanding of hydraulic components and functionality.
• A basic understanding of 12V wiring.
• Ability to use wrenches, air tools, overhead cranes, steel handling and frequent lifting required.
• Forklift experience or ability to train on operation of.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly and up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand / or be on your feet all day.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.