Job Title: Machine Builder
Job Description
We are seeking a Machine Builder who will read blueprints to assemble material handling automation equipment. This role requires experience with hand and power tools, and may involve welding and fabricating when necessary. The position involves 30% national travel. Candidates should be willing to train and learn electrical and mechanical prints.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to assemble automation equipment.
Utilize hand and power tools effectively.
Perform welding and fabricating tasks as needed.
Travel nationally up to 30% to install and service equipment.
Collaborate with electricians, panel builders, and controls engineers during installations.
Essential Skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Work Environment
The position operates on a 1st shift schedule from 7 AM to 5 PM. Travel varies and can include day trips or longer installations up to 5 days. Work involves collaboration with a team of electricians, panel builders, and other machine builders. A $50 per diem is offered for travel. The company minimizes time on the road by preparing extensively before travel.
Why Work Here?
Join a team that values preparation and teamwork to ensure efficient installations and minimal travel time. Experience a dynamic work environment with opportunities to learn and grow in the material handling industry.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Walker,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 21, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
