Machine Builder

PPS-HPS; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with company match

Job summary

PPS-HPS in Mentor, OH is looking for a skilled Machine Builder / Mechanical Assembler to join their manufacturing team. This role involves building custom machinery from blueprints and using various fabrication techniques.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical skills, one year of relevant experience, and the ability to work on their feet in a safe and organized environment. Benefits include competitive pay, medical insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in machine building or mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints.
• Experience with MIG/TIG welding and sheet metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assemble custom machinery and mechanical systems from engineering drawings.
• Weld structural components using MIG and/or TIG processes.
• Inspect completed assemblies using precision measuring instruments.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal fabrication

Precision measuring tools

Tools

Band saws

Drill presses

Tapping machines

Job description

Machine Builder / Mechanical Assembler

Location: Lake County, OH
Shift: 1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch)
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour, based on experience

Build Custom Machinery. Work with Your Hands. Take Pride in What You Create.

Our client is seeking a skilled Machine Builder / Mechanical Assembler to join a growing manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building equipment from the ground up, working from blueprints, and using a variety of fabrication and assembly techniques.

If you have strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy hands‑on work, and take pride in producing quality equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Assemble custom machinery and mechanical systems from engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Fit, align, and install structural components and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform sheet metal fabrication, including cutting, bending, and forming materials.
• Weld structural components using MIG and/or TIG welding processes.
• Operate fabrication equipment including saws, drill presses, tapping machines, and other shop tools.
• Inspect completed assemblies using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Troubleshoot mechanical fitment and alignment issues during the assembly process.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in machine building, mechanical assembly, or industrial fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience with:
  • MIG and/or TIG welding
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Band saws, chop saws, drill presses, and tapping equipment
  • Precision measuring tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• Technical training or apprenticeship in welding, fabrication, or machine building.
• Basic electrical assembly or panel mounting experience.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Clean, safe, team‑oriented work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Apply Today!

If you're looking for a hands‑on career where your mechanical skills are valued and you can build custom equipment from start to finish, we'd like to hear from you!