Machine Builder

MillerKnoll; Holland Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll in Michigan is seeking a skilled manufacturing professional to join our tool room team. The role covers fixture and machine construction, CNC operation, and close-tolerance work guided by blueprints and models. You will program CNC equipment, interpret E-drawings and SolidWorks, and collaborate to meet tight deadlines while supporting breakdowns and installations.

A U.S. Department of Labor Journeyman's card and an apprenticeship completion are required; a high school diploma or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman's card required and completion of an apprenticeship.
• Able to work in a team environment and adapt to changing schedules.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compute dimensions, determine machining methods and material or parts required.
• Operate and program CNC equipment with precision.
• Provide guidance to help develop team members in specific areas of expertise.
• Review designs and select materials based on machinability or fabrication considerations.
• Support breakdowns, drop-in jobs, and installations; work under tight deadlines.

Skills

CNC operation

Teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At HermanMiller, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of HermanMiller means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows HermanMiller to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Develops, constructs and alters a wide variety of fixtures, gauges and automated machines. Performs Tool Room operations involving extremely close tolerances. Plans construction procedures and methods to complete assignments as well as selecting proper materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Computes dimensions, determines machining methods and material or parts required.
• Continuously improve skill set.
• Demonstrated use of good judgement, balancing cost, quality and timing.
• Effectively uses design tools, E-drawings/Solidworks to complete machining and build tasks.
• Fabricates components and assembles tools, machines and fixtures by analyzing blueprints, sketches and models.
• Operates and programs CNC equipment.
• Performs precision work to exacting tolerance and dimensions, using a variety of hand and precision tools.
• Provide guidance and instruction to help develop team members in specific areas of expertise.
• Reviews designs, uses substitutions in material based on machinability or fabrication problems.
• Solves problems related to unusual materials, work holding arrangements, machine settings, fabrication methods or production process.
• Supports break downs, drop in jobs, and installations.
• Works effectively under extremely tight deadlines.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Additional Essential Functions

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Education/Experience - Not Parsed Other High school diploma or equivalent education required.

Licenses and Certifications

Must have a U.S. Department of Labor Journeyman's card and complete an apprenticeship program.

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated technical aptitude is required for this position. Must be able to obtain appropriate licensing for any special equipment required for the position to include hilo/ personal cart. Ability to work in a team environment. Must have the flexibility to change work schedule to support break downs, drop-in jobs, and installations. Understanding of continuous improvement lean processes in preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation, communication, software and tools used in the HMI operations environment. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]. MillerKnoll is a collective of design brands coming together to remake modern for the 21st century. To make your job search even better, we've updated our internal job mapping system. As part of this change, any Job Alerts you've previously set up will no longer work. But don’t worry—it’s quick and easy to create new alerts! Just log in and set up your preferences again to stay updated on the latest job openings. Want to be part of a team that’s making a positive impact? From creating spaces that help people live and work better to lifting our local and global communities, MillerKnoll is working hard to make a difference. Join us as we design a more equitable, sustainable, and beautiful future together.