Machine Builder

Machine Builder - 1st Shift (Flexible Hours) | $28-$35/hr

Build Innovation. Build Your Career. Build With Us.
We're looking for a skilled Machine Builder who's passionate about hands-on work, high-quality craftsmanship, and seeing projects come to life from the ground up. If you enjoy assembling custom automated equipment, solving mechanical and electrical challenges, and working in a collaborative shop environment-you'll feel right at home here.
What You'll Do

As a Machine Builder, you'll play a key role in creating advanced automated equipment from start to finish. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow.
You will:

• Build mechanical sub-assemblies and full machines using SolidWorks models, mechanical assembly drawings, pneumatic diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Assist with machine power-up, I/O verification, and functionality testing.
• Work side-by-side with a team of builders, engineers, and electricians to debug, problem-solve, and finetune machines.
• Participate in machine testing, tear-down, and preparing systems for shipment.
• Support the creation and updating of project documentation.
• Perform basic part fabrication and modifications.
• Verify the fit, function, and quality of parts and completed assemblies.
• Use a variety of shop equipment: hand/power tools, precision measuring tools, grinders, mills, lathes, hydraulic press, drill press, fork trucks, and more.

What You Bring

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read assembly prints, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
• Experience with machine building, wiring, and fabrication.
• Comfort working with tools and equipment in a hands-on shop environment.
• A desire to solve problems, build highquality equipment, and continually improve your craft.

Why You'll Love Working Here

This isn't a huge corporate shop-you're not just another number.
You'll be part of a tight-knit, 10-person team where collaboration, craftsmanship, and pride in work matter.
You'll enjoy:

• A flexible 1st shift schedule
• Competitive pay ($28-$35/hr based on experience)
• The ability to build real machines-start to finish
• A supportive environment where your ideas are heard
• Daily variety and hands-on learning
• Opportunities to expand your skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and fabrication work

If you enjoy building things that move, automate, or solve real-world problems, you'll find this work deeply rewarding. Work Environment

You'll work in a small, well-equipped shop where teamwork, communication, and craftsmanship are at the center of everything we do. Every build is unique-meaning every day brings something new to dig into.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Maple Grove, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 Maple Grove,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.