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Job Description

Machine Builder II

Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Travel: Up to 20%

Pay: 32/hr

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Machine Builder II to assemble, test, and commission highly customized industrial filling machines. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong mechanical assembly experience and working knowledge of electrical cabling and troubleshooting. You'll work closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams to deliver complex automation solutions that meet customer and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble fully customized, complex filling machines according to detailed engineering drawings and specifications
• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly, including cabling and basic electrical troubleshooting
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve mechanical and electrical challenges during machine builds
• Modify or fabricate parts using hand tools, power tools, and basic machining equipment
• Inspect, test, and adjust completed machines to ensure quality and performance standards are met
• Conduct machine testing, commissioning, checkouts, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
• Complete build documentation and coordinate with vendors and sales teams as needed
• Identify and communicate inventory shortages, BOM errors, and quality concerns; assist with NCRs/ECRs
• Support customer needs by tracking down parts and responding to urgent service requests
• Maintain accurate build records and documentation
• Follow all safety protocols and quality standards
• Occasionally assist with customer installations or on-site service visits

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and basic electrical schematics
• Proven mechanical assembly skills with high attention to detail
• Experience with electrical cabling and troubleshooting
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and basic fabrication equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate forklifts and/or scissor lifts
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Willingness to travel up to 20%

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical diploma or associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or related field preferred
• 3-5 years of experience assembling industrial equipment
• Experience with packaging machinery or automation systems is a plus

Certifications

• Forklift and scissor lift certification (or ability to obtain)

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and industrial odors
• Required use of PPE including safety glasses, safety-toe footwear, and hearing protection

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and use of hands
• Occasional climbing, balancing, and reaching above shoulder height
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs

If you want, I can:

• Make this more attractive to machine builders (more "what's in it for me")
• Shorten it for Indeed or LinkedIn
• Adjust tone (more blue-collar, more technical, or more corporate)
• Add pay range, shift details, or overtime language

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.

Meet Your Recruiter

Ric Delgado
Lead Technical Recruiter

Ric Delgado is a seasoned Principal Recruiter primarily focusing on the Automation Division at Sterling. With a distinguished tenure of over five years at Sterling and an impressive career spanning more than a decade in the recruiting field, Ric is a respected and accomplished professional in talent acquisition.

As a Principal Recruiter, Ric draws upon his extensive experience to excel in the Automation Division. His in-depth understanding of this dynamic industry enables him to connect talented individuals with exciting and fulfilling job opportunities expertly. Ric plays a pivotal role in helping candidates find new positions, advance in their careers, and achieve their professional goals.

Ric's passion for positively impacting individuals' lives through career advancement is the driving force behind his dedication to recruitment. He takes immense pride in his role as a professional growth and development facilitator, understanding the pivotal role a career change can play in a person's life journey.

He firmly believes in continuously updating one's skills and knowledge to stay competitive in any field. His commitment to personal and professional development not only enhances his own expertise but also positions him as a valuable resource for candidates seeking guidance in their career journeys.

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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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