Fixture Builder

Waltonen Engineering Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation and Holiday pay

Employer matching 401K

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Off-site company events

Job summary

Independence Tooling is seeking a Fixture Builder to join our team. This role requires building fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling from engineering drawings and CAD models, with precision fitting, alignment, and testing to ensure repeatable operation.

Candidates should read blueprints, interpret GD&T, and apply materials knowledge to meet specs while working with hand and power tools. Responsibilities include assembling fixtures, inspecting finished work, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and GD&T requirements accurately.
• Interpret technical documentation and specifications.
• Apply knowledge of materials to fixture construction and assembly.
• Perform precision fitting, alignment, and adjustments to tight tolerances.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and machining equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Build fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling per drawings and CAD models.
• Inspect completed fixtures for form, fit, and function.
• Verify alignment and tolerances on assembled fixtures.
• Troubleshoot fixture issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain documentation per quality system requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

Materials knowledge

Machining knowledge

Assembly methods

Tools

Machining equipment

Hand & power tools

Job description

Independence Tooling is actively seeking a Fixture Builder to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Build andassemble fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling according to engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T requirements, and technical documentation to ensure accurate fixture construction and assembly.
• Perform precision fitting, alignment, and adjustment of fixture components to meet required tolerances and quality standards.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and machining equipment to fabricate, modify, and repair fixture components.
• Conduct functional testing and verification of completed fixtures to ensure proper operation and repeatability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve fixture-related issues to minimize production downtime and maintain manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of Fixture/Tool Building
• Knowledge of materials, machining, assembly method and mathematics
• Familiar with automotive and aerospace tooling, jigs, fixtures, and gauges
• Ability to read blueprints
• Prior assembly experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or defense

All employees are required to work within the confines and responsibilities of the quality system.

Benefits

• Medical,Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employer matching 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs(FSAs)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Independence Tooling is a leader in high-precision custom tooling, jigs, and assembly equipment for the automotive, aerospace, heavy machinery, defense, and energy industries. Our in-house capabilities meet the most stringent industry requirements and deliver high-quality cost-effective solutions. Encouraged by the team approach we foster, our craftsmen proudly commit themselves to meeting client needs on time and within budget.

Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.