Machine Tool Builder

C & B Machinery, a New Hudson, MI-based company that designs, manufactures, and builds high precision grinding machines, is seeking a mechanically inclined individual who is hard working, eager to learn, and has good communication skills.

Job Functions:

• Assemble machinery as instructed using mechanical design drawings and photos.
• Disassemble machinery, clean it, inspect it, and identify any worn or broken parts.
• Proficient in customary mechanical techniques required for the assembly of precision machinery
• Assemble machinery subassembly involving precision bearings.
• Assemble machine tooling.
• Align machines, tooling, and start-up machines. Troubleshoot and assist with internal and customer machine run-offs.
• Maintain accurate work records, including, but not limited to, red-lined mechanical drawings.
• Work cooperatively and jointly with other members of C&B Machinery, our suppliers, and customers.
• Travel to customer facilities for machine installations, start-up, customer training, and service as needed (25%)

Qualifications:

• Vertical Turning Lathe assembly and/or service experience (EMAG, Famar, Okuma, etc) is a plus.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read mechanical detail and assembly drawings
• Experience with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators).
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication systems.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, both in group and one-on-one settings.
• Machine Tool Builder candidates are required to have a personal toolbox with standard hand tools and small power tools necessary to perform the duties of an assembler. C&B Machinery shall furnish unique and job-specific tools as required to complete the work.
• The Machine Tool Builder must be able to work additional hours when necessary, within reason, to complete projects that meet customer requirements.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

The position is full-time. The typical workweek is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Safety:

Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries please follow all safety policies and procedures.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel:

Travel is primarily local during business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required for machine installations and service.

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