Machine Builder

Summary:  The Machine Builder, reporting directly to the Manufacturing Manager, is directly responsible for layout and assembly of equipment and machines according to set prints or guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Fit and assemble components according to assembly blueprints, manuals, sketches, and experience to construct, rebuild, and repair machines and equipment, uses hand tools and power tools.
• Verify parts to stock list and blueprints, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, gauges, and micrometers.
• Lay out locations for drill and tap holes on parts and assembly.
• Align components for assembly, manually or with hoist, and bolt and/or screw parts together, using hand tools, rivet gun, or arrange for assembly by welder and electrician. 
• Remove high spots and smooth surfaces, using chisels, scrapers, files, and powered grinders
• Follow all safety guidelines of the company
• Other duties as assigned

 Education/Skills/Experience

Required:

• Outstanding, demonstrable mechanical aptitude
• Proven ability to successfully troubleshoot
• Ability to pass Mechanical Aptitude test
• Hose assembly and testing
• Welding and metal fabrication
• Valid driver’s license with a record that allows you to be covered by company insurance

Preferred:

• Basic electrical knowledge
• Experience working at Customer sites
• Forklift experience
• Pump/Hydraulic equipment maintenance or repair experience
• Associates degree in related field