About the role
Tool Builder
Location: Auburn Hills, MI Shift: Day Shift Job Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity
This position will focus on building, assembling, fitting, and modifying tooling and automation components from mechanical prints and engineering drawings. Candidates should have hands-on experience working in a machine build, tooling, fixture, or automation environment.
Responsibilities
* Build tooling, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies from prints and drawings * Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, assembly drawings, and engineering prints * Fit, assemble, align, and adjust tooling components * Perform drilling, tapping, grinding, filing, and other manual fitting operations * Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances * Install and assemble components such as locating pins, clamps, brackets, stops, and tooling details * Troubleshoot fitment and mechanical issues during the build process * Make modifications and adjustments to tooling as required * Work closely with machine builders, engineers, and other skilled trades * Ensure tooling is assembled accurately and meets customer specifications
Qualifications
* Previous Tool Maker, Machine Builder, Die Maker, or Automation Tooling experience * Strong ability to build from prints * Ability to read mechanical blueprints and engineering drawings * Experience with precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges * Experience with hand and power tools used in machine/tooling assembly * Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail * Ability to work independently and troubleshoot mechanical problems
Preferred Experience
* Automotive automation or industrial automation * Robotic assembly systems * Weld fixtures and tooling * Body-in-white tooling * Assembly fixtures * Special machines or custom automation equipment
Schedule: Day Shift Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Candidates with strong tooling, fixture build, machine build, or automation assembly experience are encouraged to apply.