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Machine Builder

$26 - $36 per hour

Sterling Engineering

Job Description

Title : Machine Builder
Location : Cary, Illinois
Hire Type : Contract to hire
Shift : 1st shift
Compensation : $26-36/hr.
Benefits : As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Overview:

Growing custom automation manufacturer seeking a hands-on Machine Builder to support the assembly and build of custom automated machinery used in high-precision manufacturing environments.

This role involves mechanical assembly, interpreting blueprints, installing pneumatic components, aligning machinery, and supporting machine startup/debug activities alongside engineering teams. Candidates with experience building custom machinery, packaging equipment, or industrial automation systems are encouraged to apply.

Why consider this opportunity?
  • Stable and growing automation company
  • Clean, modern build environment
  • Custom machine and automation projects
  • Collaborative engineering-focused culture
  • Opportunity to work on highly specialized equipment
Ideal candidates will have experience with:
  • Mechanical assembly
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Blueprint reading
  • Hand and power tools
  • Custom machinery or automation equipment builds
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #inauto

Meet Your Recruiter

Joshua Avila
Technical Recruiter



Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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