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