Machine Builder

Job Title: 1st Shift Machine Builder

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled 1st Shift Machine Builder who will be responsible for reading and interpreting high-level machine building blueprints to assemble custom machinery for our customers. This role requires experience with precision equipment, tools, and calibration equipment. You must own and be comfortable working with various tools including hand, power, and pneumatic tools. Additionally, you will be responsible for running wire CAT tracks and assisting in pulling wire. Competency in operating mills, lathes, grinders, and welding machines is essential. Experience with hydraulic tube bending and lasering parts together is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow directions from Engineering and Shop Management to build simple and complex custom machines.

• Understand and manage the storage and retrieval of work-in-process parts and inventory supplies.

• Operate shop equipment such as mills, lathes, grinders, welders, and various hand tools.

• Apply a creative mindset and problem-solving skills to overcome technical mechanical challenges.

• Demonstrate a passion for excellence and high-quality craftsmanship.

• Understand, implement, and adhere to quality standards.

• Show ambition and an inner drive to meet or beat project deadlines.

• Collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Essential Skills

• 3-5+ years of custom machine building experience with tolerances of +/- .0005.

• Ability to read and interpret high-level machine building blueprints and symbols.

• Proficiency in machining, including mills, lathes, grinders, and welders.

• Ability to assemble, measure, and test precision components and assemblies related to custom machines.

• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical drawings, with the ability to read and follow drawings for custom parts and assemblies.

• Ownership and ability to use hand, power, and pneumatic tools such as sockets, wrenches, hammers, and drills.

• Physical ability to bend, lift, climb, and crawl.

• Willingness to travel as needed, approximately 20% of the year, primarily domestic and for actual installations at facilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CAD skills with the ability to use Solidworks CAD software to read and understand dimensions, bills of materials, and tolerances.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

• Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as dial indicators and calipers.

• Expert understanding of the principles of custom machine building.

• Understanding and experience with hydraulics and pneumatics systems.

• Experience with hydraulic tube bending is preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkhart, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $38.00/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 Elkhart,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 14, 2026.

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.