Machine Tool Builder

R&E Automated Systems; Michigan; Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Ongoing training and professional devt

Overtime opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

R&E Automated Systems in Michigan seeks a skilled Machine Tool Builder to read prints and assemble custom machinery, building precise tooling and fixtures.

You'll use manual mills, lathes, and grinders, check dimensions with micrometers and dial indicators, and travel to Detroit and Port Huron facilities to support builds and run-offs.

This role demands lifting up to 50 lbs, rigorous attention to tolerances, and collaboration with engineering and production teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Formación

• 3+ years in machine building or tooling assembly.
• Practical welding fixtures or workholding tooling experience.
• Ability to read prints, assembly drawings, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Hands-on with manual toolroom machines (mills, lathes, grinders).
• GD&T and precision measurement tools knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Read prints and schematics to assemble custom machinery.
• Assemble, align, and debug tooling and production equipment.
• Build welding fixtures and workholding fixtures.
• Use mills, lathes, grinders to modify parts and verify fit.
• Travel semi-frequently to Detroit and Port Huron facilities.

Conocimientos

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work from prints

Overtime & travel

Herramientas

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Machine Tool Builder to join our team. In this role, you will read prints to assemble custom machinery and build precision production tooling. Experience building welding fixtures and jigs is a strong plus.

Note: This position requires semi-frequent travel to our other facilities in Detroit and Port Huron.

Key Responsibilities

• Read mechanical prints, detail drawings, and pneumatic schematics.
• Assemble, align, and debug custom machinery and production tooling.
• Build and fit specialized welding fixtures and jigs to hold tight tolerances.
• Use manual mills, lathes, and grinders to modify and fit parts as needed.
• Use precision tools (micrometers, dial indicators) to check dimensions.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during tryouts and customer run-offs.
• Travel semi-frequently to Detroit and Port Huron facilities to support builds, run-offs, and transfers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in machine building or tooling assembly.
• Practical experience building welding fixtures or workholding tooling.
• Proven ability to read prints, assembly drawings, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with manual toolroom machines (mills, lathes, grinders).
• Understanding of basic GD&T and precision measurement tools.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel semi-frequently to local/regional plants (Detroit & Port Huron).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Required Skills

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and team-player mindset.
• Ability to work independently from prints.
• Flexibility to work overtime and travel to regional facilities as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Overtime opportunities

Company Description

R&E Automated Systems (www.reautomated.com) is the industry leader in Automotive Controls, Robotics, Joining, and Plant Maintenance. In addition, Engineering Services, including Mechanical, Quality, Simulation, and Service Part Stamping, Assembly, and Coating.