Job Description - Machine Builder

SUMMARY: The Machine Builder is responsible for supporting the Assembly Department. Assemble custom
equipment using blueprints and a range of hand tools. Work with fluid power pneumatic and hydraulic actuators,
valves, and controls.


As a team member within Tri-Mation Industries, our solutions enable companies to improve efficiency and
profitability while continually increasing the quality of products and processes. We work as a team and expect all
team members to actively support, accept responsibility and collaborate with the team; have effective skills in
interpersonal communication, problem solving, critical thinking, empathy and building relationships; and use
independent judgement, creativity, and initiative. We are a team that is committed to a tradition of technological
leadership and innovation.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Support and work along PLC Programmer commissioning and testing of new machinery or equipment
upgrades;
Assemble automation equipment, from simple machines to complete systems;
Electrical and mechanical installation of automation components such as laser marking, vision systems,
test equipment, VFDs;
Provide technical support and training to customers;
Work with the Design Department and Controls Department with development, design
and implementation, prioritization of work and execution of projects delivered on-time;
Read, interpret, and understand electrical schematics and drawings including identifying parts to drawing,
symbol recognition and material recognition;
Coordinate layout and design of electrical systems;
Ability to develop and maintain in-depth and up-to-date technical knowledge;
Testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems;
Organization skills, i.e. for documents, demos, work area and time management;
Possess the ability to multi-task and bring multiple projects to completion;
Willing to work weekends and overtime as needed;
Must be an active team player to support, accept responsibility and collaborate with the team; have
effective skills in interpersonal communication, problem solving, critical thinking, empathy, and building
relationships; and use independent judgment, creativity, and initiative.
Travel up to 20%; same day and overnight; may have occasional international travel.
Install and service calls, work with install team setting up systems or machines;



QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.



EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Mechanical assembly experience, skills may be based on previous automotive repair or maintenance
position.
3 – 5 years related experience;
Must enjoy working in a team environment, and have strong interpersonal and collaboration skills who is
committed to providing our customers with the highest quality;
Ability to wire industrial electrical panels a plus;
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment;
Ability to read a print;
Ability to operate small hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment;
advanced math and precision measuring skills;
Strong mechanical aptitude;
Must have analytical, technical and demonstrated problem-solving skills;
Must have valid driver's license and is authorized to work in U.S.



PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, walk, or drive.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus

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Tri-mation Industries, Inc.

Our Michigan-based team of automation experts custom-engineer automated assembly machines that continuously improve both efficiency and profitability.

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