Lead Machine Builder

Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand, is hiring in Grand Rapids, Michigan for a machine builder role. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in machine building and a strong understanding of blueprints and schematics. Knowledge of welding, fabrication, and the ability to work independently are crucial. Pay range is $30-36 per hour, making it a competitive position for skilled tradespeople. Safety knowledge and precision measurement skills are also required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of machine building experience.
• Knowledge of heavy rigging.
• High level of mechanical skill.

Responsibilities

• Builds components pertinent to the functions of the machines.
• Ability to wire junction boxes.
• Safely use manufacturing tools.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical skills

Fabrication

Welding

Independent working

Precision measurement

Education

Journeyman’s card or completion of apprenticeship

Tools

Hand tools

Drill press

Small mill

Band saw

Job description

Responsibilities

• Builds components pertinent to the functions of the machines
• Basic understanding of blueprints and schematics
• Ability to comprehend job instructions
• Must posess basic hand tools
• Ability to wire junciton boxes
• Must have knowledge of measuring skills and accurately read precision measurements

Requirements

• 5+ year of mach building experience
• Journeyman’s card preferred or completion of the apprenticeship program
• Knowledge of welding, fabrication
• Knowledge of heavy rigging
• Safely use a drill press, small mill, band saw
• Working knowledge of blueprints, schematics
• Ability to work independently without supervision on most assemblies
• High level of mechanical skill and knowledge of precision inspection techniques
• Basic shop math skills

Pay Range $30-36/hr.