Description
Build sophisticated, one-of-a-kind automation equipment in a hands-on shop setting in Bristol, CT, where custom projects run 6–18 months and your work directly supports real-world manufacturing outcomes. In this Mechanical Assembly Technician / Machine Builder opportunity, you’ll assemble, fabricate, integrate, and troubleshoot custom industrial machinery using engineering drawings and precision tools.
Qualifications and responsibilities for this Mechanical Assembly Technician / Machine Builder position include:
- 3–5+ years of hands-on mechanical assembly and custom machine building experience, including machining/toolmaking, or comparable high-level mechanical experience.
- Interpret mechanical blueprints and work with precision measuring tools and tolerances as tight as ±0.003".
- Assemble and troubleshoot pneumatic systems, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and mechanical drive components.
- Fabricate or modify parts as required and set up/operate fabrication equipment (drill presses, millers, lathes, rotary tables, sheet metal equipment).
- Integrate feed systems and other automation equipment into assemblies.
- Build and test workstations and equipment while identifying problems and debugging equipment in a timely manner.
- Document changes on prints, maintain fabrication equipment, and keep a clean, organized work area.
- Train customers on equipment when necessary and support safety, security, and quality system/ISO procedures.
Salary: $30 - $45 per hour, with possible flexibility of $1-$2/hour above range for exceptional candidates.
Benefits: Medical (70% company-paid), dental (50% company-paid), $100K life/AD&D, short-term disability, 401(k) with a 25% match on employee contributions, potential annual bonus, tuition reimbursement (80%), and up to $15K student loan repayment over five years; PTO includes 120 hours after 60 days, then accrues 3.08 hours/week up to 160 hours, and paid holidays include employee’s birthday and other listed company-paid holidays (additional Christmas–New Year’s time off is subject to a fall announcement).
DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career!
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