Machine Builder

Employbridge; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with company match

Profit-sharing opportunities

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Employbridge in Michigan is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Assembly Technician to build and assemble custom industrial machinery from the ground up. You will interpret blueprints and work with large assemblies on a manufacturing floor, supporting equipment build projects and collaborating with engineering and production teams.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of manufacturing experience, proficient with hand and power tools, and comfortable reading drawings in both metric and standard units.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical assembly or related manufacturing experience.
• Trade certification or technical training preferred.
• Experience with large assemblies or automated machinery.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Comfortable with metric and standard measurements.
• Basic electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Experience using hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble industrial machinery and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and drawings to ensure correct assembly.
• Support installation, troubleshooting, and modifications.
• Collaborate with engineering/production to resolve issues.
• Safely operate forklifts, cranes, and material handling equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Complete production documentation and daily reports.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Measuring tools

Team collaboration

Education

Skilled trades cert

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Join a growing manufacturer where you'll play a key role in building and assembling custom industrial machinery from the ground up. We're seeking a hands-on Mechanical Assembly Technician with experience interpreting blueprints, working with large assemblies, and supporting equipment build projects in a manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Build and assemble industrial machinery, subassemblies, and related equipment using hand and power tools
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly
• Support machine installation, troubleshooting, and equipment modifications as needed
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve manufacturing issues and improve build quality
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment safely
• Perform basic maintenance and repair work on equipment and facility systems
• Complete required production documentation and daily reporting
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of mechanical assembly, machine building, maintenance, skilled trades, or related manufacturing experience
• Skilled trades certification or technical training preferred
• Experience working with large assemblies, industrial equipment, or automated machinery
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Comfortable working with both metric and standard measurements
• Basic electrical knowledge is a plus
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and attention to detail
• Experience using common hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Tuition assistance and ongoing training programs
• Stable company with long-term growth opportunities