Tool Builder

Gabletek; Auburn Hills (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Gabletek in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Tool Builder for day shift on a contract basis. You will build tooling, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies from prints and drawings, read engineering drawings, and fit components with precision tools. Collaboration with machine builders and engineers is required to ensure customer specs are met.

The role emphasizes independent work, attention to detail, and hands-on problem solving in a tooling environment with opportunities to modify tooling as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience building tooling, fixtures, and assemblies from prints and drawings.
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical fitment and assembly.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Build tooling, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies from prints and drawings.
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, assembly drawings, and engineering prints.
• Fit, assemble, align, and adjust tooling components.
• Perform drilling, tapping, grinding, filing, and other manual fitting operations.
• Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Install and assemble components such as locating pins, clamps, brackets, stops, and tooling details.
• Troubleshoot fitment and mechanical issues during the build process.
• Make modifications and adjustments to tooling as required.
• Work closely with machine builders, engineers, and other skilled trades.
• Ensure tooling is assembled accurately and meets customer specifications.

Skills

Tool Maker

Machine Builder

Ability to read prints

Precision measuring

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Indicators

Gauges

Job description

Tool Builder

Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Shift: Day Shift
Job Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity

This position will focus on building, assembling, fitting, and modifying tooling and automation components from mechanical prints and engineering drawings. Candidates should have hands-on experience working in a machine build, tooling, fixture, or automation environment.

Responsibilities

• Build tooling, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies from prints and drawings
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, assembly drawings, and engineering prints
• Fit, assemble, align, and adjust tooling components
• Perform drilling, tapping, grinding, filing, and other manual fitting operations
• Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Install and assemble components such as locating pins, clamps, brackets, stops, and tooling details
• Troubleshoot fitment and mechanical issues during the build process
• Make modifications and adjustments to tooling as required
• Work closely with machine builders, engineers, and other skilled trades
• Ensure tooling is assembled accurately and meets customer specifications

Qualifications

• Previous Tool Maker, Machine Builder, Die Maker, or Automation Tooling experience
• Strong ability to build from prints
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and engineering drawings
• Experience with precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges
• Experience with hand and power tools used in machine/tooling assembly
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot mechanical problems

Preferred Experience

• Automotive automation or industrial automation
• Robotic assembly systems
• Weld fixtures and tooling
• Body-in-white tooling
• Assembly fixtures
• Special machines or custom automation equipment

Schedule: Day Shift
Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Candidates with strong tooling, fixture build, machine build, or automation assembly experience are encouraged to apply.