Entry Level Machine Builder

Opportunity Group, Inc.; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Opportunity Group, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Machine Builder to construct automated equipment by assembling frames, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components according to blueprints.

You will work with project managers and engineers, troubleshoot machines, and refine operation to ensure reliability. A high school diploma and basic computer skills are required; compensation ranges from $40,000 to $80,000 with benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to learn to build machines to blueprint specifications with precision and accuracy.
• Mechanically inclined and familiar with hand tools.
• Competency in using indicators, levels, and other precision tools to maintain machine integrity.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with software programs such as Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Build custom automation equipment to print, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers to align team efforts with project deadlines and objectives.
• Troubleshoot and repair custom machines as needed to maintain operational efficiency.
• Plumb pneumatic cylinders and valves according to pneumatic schematics, ensuring proper functionality and alignment.
• Route and run all wiring for sensors back to the main panel or I/O blocks, maintaining organization and adherence to electrical schematics.
• Collaborate with design and controls engineers throughout the machine build process, providing insights and feedback to optimize machine functionality.
• Adjust and refine machines once completely assembled to perfect machine operation, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Precision tools

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Seeking a Machine Builder for a permanent opening on the South side of Grand Rapids, MI. This for an established local machine building company and there is room for advancement.

Role:

This Machine Builder plays a pivotal role in constructing automated equipment and systems by proficiently assembling frames, fixtures, mechanisms, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components.

Responsibilities:

• Build custom automation equipment to print, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers to align team efforts with project deadlines and objectives.
• Troubleshoot and repair custom machines as needed to maintain operational efficiency.
• Plumb pneumatic cylinders and valves according to pneumatic schematics, ensuring proper functionality and alignment.
• Route and run all wiring for sensors back to the main panel or I/O blocks, maintaining organization and adherence to electrical schematics.
• Collaborate with design and controls engineers throughout the machine build process, providing insights and feedback to optimize machine functionality.
• Adjust and refine machines once completely assembled to perfect machine operation, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to learn to build machines to blueprint specifications with precision and accuracy.
• Mechanically inclined and familiar with hand tools.
• Competency in using indicators, levels, and other precision tools to maintain machine integrity.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with software programs such as Microsoft Office.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.

Benefits:

• $40,000 - $80,000.
• 401(k).
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vision insurance.