Lead Machine Builder

Opportunity Group, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; 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 Holland, MI is seeking a Lead Machine Builder for a permanent role. You will assemble automated equipment, guide a team of builders, manage timelines, and uphold quality standards on every project.

Travel to customer sites may be required to install equipment and provide on-site leadership. Strong drawing interpretation, mechanical assembly, and leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and BOM sheets.
• Extensive knowledge of machine-building processes, assembly techniques, and best practices.
• Ability to build machines to blueprint specifications with precision.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills; able to delegate and monitor performance.
• Experience in assembly and teardown of machines; ensure efficient operation.
• Proficiency with precision tools (indicators, levels) to maintain machine integrity.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Build custom automation equipment to print, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of machine builders, providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth.
• 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 pneumatics schematics and ensure proper functionality.
• Route and run all wiring for sensors back to the main panel or I/O blocks, maintaining organization.
• Collaborate with design and controls engineers to optimize machine functionality.
• Adjust and refine machines after assembly to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Travel to customer facilities to install equipment and provide on-site leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Reading blueprints

Machine assembly

Team management

Electrical wiring basics

Mechanical troubleshooting

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

5 years mechanical assembly experience

Job description

Seeking a Lead Machine Builder for a permanent position in the Holland, MI area.

Role:

The Lead Machine Builder plays a pivotal role in constructing automated equipment and systems by proficiently assembling frames, fixtures, mechanisms, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components. In addition to hands‑on assembly, this position requires strong leadership skills to guide a team of builders, manage project timelines, and ensure quality standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities:

• Build custom automation equipment to print, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of machine builders, providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth.
• 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.
• Travel to customer facilities to install equipment, providing on‑site support and leadership to ensure successful implementation.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency in reading and understanding technical drawings, blueprints, and BOM sheets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the machine-building process, including assembly techniques and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build machines to blueprint specifications with precision and accuracy.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to delegate tasks and monitor team performance effectively.
• Experience in the assembly and teardown of machines, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance.
• 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.
• Minimum of five years of mechanical assembly experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits:

• 401(k).
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vision insurance.

Apply:

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