Mechanical Tool Assembly Technician

Gage Bilt, Inc.; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Gage Bilt Inc. seeks a Mechanical Tool Assembly Technician for low-volume, high-mix bench tool assembly. You will read data sheets, follow instructions, and assemble pneumatic and hydraulic rivet tools and nose assemblies.

This is not a line assembly role; you will test, document, and support quality and engineering needs, with a focus on precision and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read data sheets and equipment manuals.
• Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic components.
• Manual dexterity and precision for small parts.

Responsibilities

• Assemble tools and components per data sheets, work instructions, and manuals.
• Test assemblies and document results against engineering and quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot assembly issues and support product improvements.
• Evaluate and document returned products for warranty and repair analysis.
• Review and suggest updates to manuals for clarity and accuracy.
• Maintain serial number logs and assembly documentation.
• Communicate inventory shortages and assembly concerns to appropriate teams.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Recommend improvements to assembly methods, tooling, and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Bench assembly

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Read data sheets

Education

High school diploma or GED

2–3 years of mechanical or bench assembly experience

Job description

Non-Line / Bench Assembly Role

Gage Bilt Inc., an OEM manufacturer of industrial riveting equipment, is seeking a Mechanical Tool Assembly Technician to join our team.

This role involves precision bench assembly of pneumatic and hydraulic rivet installation tools and nose assemblies. This is NOT an assembly line or repetitive production role. Candidates whose experience is limited to conveyor-based, or line assembly should not apply.

What This Role Is

• Low-volume, high-mix mechanical tool assembly
• Reading prints, following work instructions, and assembling specifications
• Testing, documenting, troubleshooting, and supporting quality and engineering needs

Required Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assemblies
• Familiarity with pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems
• Ability to read data sheets, and equipment manuals

Primary Responsibilities

• Assemble tools and components per data sheets, work instructions, and manuals
• Test assemblies and document results against engineering and quality requirements
• Troubleshoot assembly issues and support product improvements
• Evaluate and document returned products for warranty and repair analysis
• Review and suggest updates to manuals for clarity and accuracy
• Maintain serial number logs and assembly documentation
• Communicate inventory shortages and assembly concerns to appropriate teams
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Recommend improvements to assembly methods, tooling, and efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Occasional squatting and kneeling
• Strong hand dexterity for small, precision components
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally
• Ability to wear required PPE

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2–3 years of mechanical or bench assembly experience strongly preferred (Line-only or purely repetitive assembly experience is not sufficient for this role)