Machine Builder, Senior

At Paslin we are all about engineering excellence, innovation and vertical manufacturing competence. Our commitment to quality and excellence is evident in every project we undertake. Our team is passionate about automation powered by innovation!

If you’re looking for a place where you can make a real impact, work with awesome people, and grow your career, you’ve come to the right spot. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Machine Builder to join our mechanical assembly team. This role is responsible for the layout and build of mechanical components used in automation tooling systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in machine or tool building, a strong understanding of mechanical standards, and a commitment to safety and quality.  This role leads the mechanical build process on the tool and will mentor or advise builders on technical aspects of the job.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyzes assembly blueprint and specifications manual, and plans machine building operations
• Fits and assembles tools, details and other components using engineering drawings, customer specifications, and technical manuals. 
• Verifies conformance of parts to stock list blueprints, using measuring instruments, like calipers, gauges, and micrometers.  Identify mechanical issues and recommend adjustments or repairs as needed.
• Build assembly components, using bolts, pins, clamps, screws, rivets, or other methods. 
• Assembles, set up, operates machine to verify functioning, machine capabilities, and conformance to customers specifications. May test operation of assembly by hand.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and ensure project success.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of machine or tool building experience 
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and successfully layout equipment according to blueprints
• Properly handle and safely use variety of hand-held power tools and precision measurement instruments.  Builders typically supply their own tools.
• High regard for safety standards
• Knowledge of mechanical standards, tooling assembly & setup
• Ability to operate forklift and crane
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Work Environment: This position operates in a manufacturing site environment.  This is a safety sensitive role, which includes working around moving equipment and machinery.

Work type & Expected hours of work:   Regularly works on-site at local Paslin location.  This position is for regular, full-time work and may require coming in early, working late, or working on weekends to meet the needs of the business. Typical work hours are Monday - Friday, 6am to 230-430pm.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and twist. Occasionally required to lift/push/pull up to 25lbs.

Direct Reports: This position reports to the Mechanical Build Supervisor and does not have direct reports.

Travel: This position does not typically require travel.  

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive pay and great benefits. Paslin offers a wide range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401k Match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Life Insurance.
• A chance to grow your skills and your career.   Paslin believes in investing in people and offers a variety of development programs with excellent opportunities for individual growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement.
• A supportive, collaborative team and a fun, engaging work environment.  Check out our company page on LinkedIn to learn more about our values and see how we give back to our community.

Paslin is an Equal Opportunity Employer: It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy and conditions related to pregnancy), color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, weight, height, religion, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, AIDS, HIV, misdemeanor arrest record (not resulting in a conviction), military veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Paslin utilizes a consumer reporting agency to obtain consumer reports as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.