Precision Toolmaker & Machine Assembler — Onsite 1st Shift

Accounting Search; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Accounting Search is seeking a Precision Toolmaker & Machine Assembler – Pneumatics & CAD in Pewaukee, WI. This 1st shift, 100% onsite role offers up to $40/hour base plus overtime and a full benefits package.

You will build complex automated machinery, read detailed schematics, and work directly with engineers in a collaborative shop environment to deliver high-spec systems for global manufacturers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience executing ground-up mechanical machine builds, OR 2+ years with precision toolmaking/fixture background.
• Complex systems: high-speed material handling or custom packaging machinery experience.
• Blueprint literacy: read and assemble from detailed multi-page prints and fluid power schematics.
• Tool mastery: safe operation of mills, lathes, grinders and precision measuring tools.
• Collaborative mindset: work with wiremen, controls engineers, and leadership.
• Residence within a 45-minute commute of Pewaukee, WI; US citizen or GC holder.

Responsibilities

• Build complex custom systems: assemble high-value machinery and packaging lines from ground up.
• Interpret technical schematics: follow detailed mechanical drawings and fluid power schematics.
• Utilize on-floor 3D modeling: verify spatial relationships and clearances using CAD models.
• Install fluid power systems: lay out and mount pneumatic/hydraulic circuits on frames.
• Precision mechanical finessing: shim, scrape, and tune components to exact tolerances.
• Collaborate with engineering: troubleshoot bottlenecks and verify tolerances on site.
• Teardown & crating: breakdown, match-mark, pack, and crate completed machines.

Skills

Machine build pedigree

Blueprint literacy

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Precision measurement tools

Shop math/calculations

Collaborative teamwork

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Surface grinders

Job description

Accounting Search is seeking a Precision Toolmaker & Machine Assembler – Pneumatics & CAD in Pewaukee, WI. This 1st shift, 100% onsite role offers up to $40/hour base plus overtime and a full benefits package.

You will build complex automated machinery, read detailed schematics, and work directly with engineers in a collaborative shop environment to deliver high-spec systems for global manufacturers.