Machine Builder

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions is seeking a skilled Machine Tool Builder in Novi, Michigan. Join a fast-paced environment where you'll work closely with a Skill Trades Leader. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tool-building activities, including reading blueprints and using various assembly tools.

This role requires candidates to arrive with essential personal tools, ensuring readiness for immediate contributions. Proven skills in deburring and machining utilities are critical for success.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in tool building.
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and bills of material.
• Experience with specific tools listed in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Read mechanical blueprints to determine assembly processes.
• Install various components and carry out assembly tasks.
• Complete stenciling, tagging, checklists, and audits.

Skills

Deburring

Machining Utilities

Tools

½" & 3/8" air ratchet

Small ball peen hammer

12" combination square

Air grinder

½" torque wrench

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Machine Tool Builder to join our team in a fast-paced machine tool manufacturing environment. Working alongside a Skill Trades Leader, the ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience and the ability to perform a wide range of tool‑building activities with confidence and precision.

What You'll Do

• Read mechanical blueprints and bills of material to determine assembly processes
• Install floor plates, sealer equipment, camera stations, fencing, cable trays, framing systems, tooling, light screens, and gate keys
• Assemble units and drill, tap, and ream holes as required
• Use optical levels, hand saws, drill presses, and grinders
• Complete stenciling, tagging, checklists, and torque audits
• REQUIRED: Must have deburring and Machining Utilities experience

Required Tools

All candidates must arrive onsite with the following tools — tools will not be supplied:

• ½" & 3/8" air ratchet or battery powered impact
• Small ball peen hammer and small brass hammer
• 6", 10" & 12" crescent wrenches
• 12" combination square
• 2" polisher
• 3/8" air hand drill or battery powered drill
• 6" calipers
• De‑burring tool
• Drift punches / brass punch
• Metric allen wrenches and metric wrenches
• Metric tape measure
• Scribe and 6" scale
• Tap handle and center punch
• Air grinder
• ½" torque wrench (certified in‑house for use)