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Machine Tool Builder - Mechanical Assembler

$23 - $34 per hour

Bourn & Koch LLC

Job Description

Job Description

Classification: Non-exempt (Hourly)
Standard hours: 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Reports to: Foreman

Date: February 26, 2026

Salary range: $23.00 - $34.00/hour

 

Job description: We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Assembler to join our team and contribute to the assembly of high-precision machines. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, aligning, and testing mechanical components and systems in accordance with engineering specifications. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work with hand and power tools to build complex machinery. If you have a passion for hands-on work and enjoy bringing machines to life, we encourage you to apply!

 

Essential Functions:

• Teardown used equipment and segregate materials

• Clean and prep assembly surfaces

• Assemble new and remanufactured CNC machine tool components

• Record test results & nonconforming materials

• Cross-train in other manufacturing and/or assembly areas

 

Job Duties:

• Work within the requirements for safety, using specified PPE

• Execute shop schedules and work to plan

• Use mechanic tools, gages, and fixtures

• Build to assembly manuals, drawings, specifications, and standard work documents

• Document test results on standard inspection plans

• Identify and record nonconformities and opportunities for improvement

• Complete work order operations in a manner that best serves the production plan

• Report labor into the ERP to track output in real time

• Perform to set objectives

• Satisfy ISO9001 quality system standards

• Provide cross-functional team support

• Support the standardization of best practices

 

Necessary Competencies:

• Mechanical drawing interpretation

• Basic metrology

• Critical thinking skills

• Proficient verbal communication

• Basic hand tools

 

Desired competencies:

• Proficient written electronic communication

• GD&T interpretation

• Troubleshooting skills

 

Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: Industrial setting. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Physical Demands: Standing for periods of up to 4 hours or more without breaks or moving around on the machine, and also able to lift 50 pounds or more to shoulder height.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED

Preferred Education and Experience: Trade schooling and CNC experience

Desired Employee Characteristics:

  • Passion – Demonstrates enthusiasm for engineering, continuous learning, and continuous improvement.
  • Integrity – Applies sound engineering judgment with honesty, professionalism, and ethical decision-making.
  • Loyalty – Supports the company’s mission and long-term success through commitment and reliability.
  • Ownership - Takes accountability for assigned work, prioritizes effectively, and follows through to completion.
  • Teamwork - Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals.

 

AAP/EEO Statement

InCompass LLC and its subsidiaries (Bourn & Koch LLC, Clausing Industrial LLC, DuBois Equipment Company LLC, Midwest Automation LLC, Newman Machine LLC, and Timesavers LLC) provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, sexual or affectional orientation, marital or veteran status, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, status with regard to public assistance or any characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.

\nCompany Description

Bourn & Koch manufactures machine tools and replacement parts, and provides field service to the machine tool industry. Our engineering expertise allows us to develop work-solutions to meet our customers’ needs, manufactured at a high-quality level at a competitive price. We believe that teamwork and safety are critical to our work environment. We are looking for professional, solid-performing individuals who desire to learn and grow through this experience while contributing to the success of Bourn & Koch.

* Our Mission: We will forever develop a skilled and respected team of critical thinkers that creatively drive the innovation
necessary for increasing stakeholder value.

* Our Values: We are piloted by our values: Passion, Integrity, Loyalty, Ownership, Teamwork

* Our Vision: The Bourn & Koch DNA is comprised of manufacturing solutions that meet the customers’ need while
delivering a positive experience and a lasting partnership.

Company Description

Bourn & Koch manufactures machine tools and replacement parts, and provides field service to the machine tool industry. Our engineering expertise allows us to develop work-solutions to meet our customers’ needs, manufactured at a high-quality level at a competitive price. We believe that teamwork and safety are critical to our work environment. We are looking for professional, solid-performing individuals who desire to learn and grow through this experience while contributing to the success of Bourn & Koch.\r\n\r\n* Our Mission: We will forever develop a skilled and respected team of critical thinkers that creatively drive the innovation \r\n necessary for increasing stakeholder value.\r\n\r\n* Our Values: We are piloted by our values: Passion, Integrity, Loyalty, Ownership, Teamwork\r\n\r\n* Our Vision: The Bourn & Koch DNA is comprised of manufacturing solutions that meet the customers’ need while \r\n delivering a positive experience and a lasting partnership.

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