Machine Builder

Machine BuilderThe Machine Builder role focuses on supporting sanitation and maintenance activities in a refrigerated food and beverage production facility. You will disassemble machinery for sanitation, reassemble equipment to prepare for first-shift production, and perform preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on various machines. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, comfort working in cold environments, and strict adherence to safety and lockout/tagout procedures.Job Responsibilities:Break down production machinery at the end of the shift to prepare equipment for sanitationCoordinate with sanitation teams to ensure machines are properly cleaned and ready for reassemblyReassemble machinery after sanitation to ensure equipment is fully operational for first-shift productionPerform preventative maintenance on a variety of machines during downtime to improve reliability and reduce unplanned outagesDiagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on industrial equipment and perform necessary repairsRebuild machine components, including ceiling heads, as needed during downtimeRead and interpret blueprints and work instructions to correctly build, assemble, and maintain machineryUse hand tools and power tools to complete mechanical assembly, adjustments, and repairs safely and efficientlyFollow and enforce safety procedures, including proper lockout/tagout practices, during all maintenance and machine-building activitiesMaintain an organized work area and care for personal tools and equipmentEssential Skills:13 years of experience as a Machine Builder or Heavy Mechanical AssemblerProven experience with mechanical assembly and machine building in an industrial environmentAbility to read and interpret blueprints and detailed work instructionsProficiency using hand tools and power tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and related equipmentExperience performing preventative maintenance on industrial machinesStrong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skillsUnderstanding and practical application of lockout/tagout safety proceduresJob Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ferndale, MI.Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Ferndale, MI.Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.