MECHANICAL MACHINE BUILDER
Location: Novi, MI
Pay: $25–$35 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time
A signing bonus applies to this position in which the terms and conditions will be outlined in your offer letter of acceptance.
Build Machines. Build a Career.
We are a family-owned machine tool manufacturer, proudly in business since 1936, and we’re looking for a motivated, mechanically skilled Machine Builder to join our team.
Our people are our greatest asset, the average employee tenure is 20 years, with several team members here for more than 30 years. We’ve built a culture where teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. We believe in doing the job right, communicating openly, and always putting the customer first.
We practice Open Book Management, sharing company financials during monthly meetings, followed by a company-sponsored lunch. And fresh baked cookies every Friday .
What You’ll Do
As a Machine Builder, you’ll play a key role in building and supporting high-quality broaching machines from start to finish—owning your work and contributing to a team committed to excellence:
- Disassemble and assemble machines, tooling, and automation from mechanical drawings
- Install ways, rails and fixtures
- Dial machines in, align machines
- Set up machines and perform tool setting with precision and attention to detail
- Collaborate closely with engineering, fluid power, and electrical teams—communicating openly to solve problems and improve outcomes
- Perform machine quality run-offs while working directly with customers, delivering service that exceeds expectations
- Travel to customer sites for machine installation, startup, training, and service (approx. 15% travel, domestic and international)
- Provide field service support, troubleshooting, and repairs with urgency and professionalism
- Assist other manufacturing departments as needed, contributing wherever the team needs support
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, brings a positive attitude, and is committed to continuous improvement:
- Prior machine assembly, maintenance experience, or strong mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn and grow
- Ability to read calipers, micrometers, and indicators down to .0001" or better
- Ability to read and understand mechanical schematics and drawings
- Basic knowledge of machiningand skill set to confidently use tool room and fabrication equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a “be part of the solution” mindset
- Willingness to travel and provide exceptional customer service
- A team-first attitude—easy to work with, dependable, and accountable
- High integrity: honest, reliable, and committed to doing things the right way
- Must have industry-relevant tools and reliable transportation
Nice to Have:
- Experience with welding
- Overhead crane operation
- Forklift operation
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent (associate technical degree preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Schedule
- Monday–Friday: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
- Occasional overtime and Saturdays as needed to meet delivery schedules
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive hourly pay: $25–$32/hr
- 401(k)
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- Paid vacation and paid sick days
- Monthly company-sponsored lunches
- Fresh baked cookies every Friday
- Long-term career stability in a respected, established company
Our Core Values in Action
- We put the customer first and provide service that exceeds expectations
- We act with urgency and take pride in being easy to work with
- We communicate openly, honestly, and with integrity
- We are always evolving—continually improving our products, systems, and ourselves
- We stay humble, ask for help, and learn from each other
- We own the outcome—no excuses, just results
- We bring a positive, can-do attitude and work as a team to solve problems
If you take pride in building quality machines, enjoy working with a tight-knit team, and want to be part of a company where people grow and stay, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and build your future with us.
Note: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. There is no sponsorship available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
