Precision Toolmaker & Machine Assembler – Onsite 1st Shift

Henderson Group Recruiting; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Group Recruiting is seeking a Precision Toolmaker & Machine Assembler – Pneumatics & CAD in Pewaukee, WI. This 1st shift, 100% onsite role offers up to $40/hour plus overtime and a comprehensive benefits package in a premier automation shop.

You will build complex custom systems from multi‑view blueprints, route pneumatic and hydraulic circuits, and verify clearances with on‑floor 3D CAD models alongside engineers.

Qualifications

• Proven Machine Building Pedigree: 5+ years of ground-up machine builds or 2+ years with precision toolmaking/fixture background.
• Complex System Craftsmanship: experience with high-speed material handling lines or custom packaging machinery.
• Blueprint & Schematic Literacy: read and assemble from multi-page mechanical prints and fluid power schematics.
• Precision Tool Mastery: safe use of hand/power tools, shop equipment, and precision metrology.
• Collaborative Mindset: strong teamwork to partner with wiremen, controls engineers, and leadership.
• Location & Legal Authorization: reside within commuting radius and be a US citizen or GC holder.

Responsibilities

• Build, fit, align, and assemble diverse, high-value custom automated machinery, robotic cells, presses, and packaging lines from the ground up.
• Read and build from detailed mechanical drawings, assembly blueprints, and pneumatic/hydraulic schematics to determine build sequence.
• Use on-floor 3D CAD models to verify spatial relationships and inspect sub-assemblies in real time.
• Layout, bend, route, and mount pneumatic manifolds, valve blocks, and hydraulic circuits on machine frames.
• Shim, scrape, and tune components to exact tolerances using toolmaking techniques for precise motion.
• Collaborate with mechanical design engineers on-site to troubleshoot bottlenecks and verify tolerances.
• Oversee teardown, packing, and crating of completed machines for transport and installation.

Skills

Machine building pedigree

Blueprint & schematic literacy

Pneumatics & hydraulics

CAD modeling

Collaborative mindset

US Citizenship or GC

Job description

Henderson Group Recruiting is seeking a Precision Toolmaker & Machine Assembler – Pneumatics & CAD in Pewaukee, WI. This 1st shift, 100% onsite role offers up to $40/hour plus overtime and a comprehensive benefits package in a premier automation shop.

You will build complex custom systems from multi‑view blueprints, route pneumatic and hydraulic circuits, and verify clearances with on‑floor 3D CAD models alongside engineers.