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Experienced Machine Builder (Tech 1 or Tech 2)

Erdman Automation Corporation
Princeton, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/14/2025 CLOSED ON 1/13/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Machine Builder (Tech 1 or Tech 2) position at Erdman Automation Corporation?

Help us build the future of machinery!

Erdman designs and builds automated industrial machinery for the window and door industry. We are a world-class leader in automation and system integration.

Visionary thinking. Exceptional doing.

Summary:

We are looking for mechanically inclined individuals with a desire to learn. The ideal candidate will have a high degree of mechanical aptitude with 5-10 years of experience in mechanical assembly of custom machines.

Responsibilities:

· Assist Machine Builder and Assembly Team Leads with the assembly process of machines.

· Communicate progress daily with Assembly Team Leader

· Assisting at the offsite installation of our systems at our customer’s facility

· Possesses a sense of pride in their work

· Ability to interface with a variety of plant team members from different disciplines

· Willingness to accept a challenge and inclined to take initiative

· In this role, Machine Builders will utilize hand and power tools to assemble machines based on drawings, specifications, and electrical schematics

· The assemblies are custom and vary by size based on the project's needs

· Verify that all parts are available for assembly.

· Monitor customer’s specifications per the build sheet.

· Drill and tap holes.

· Light welding and sheet metal work.

· Assembles component parts to machine frame.

· Insert sub-assemblies into main frame.

· Can properly run cables, and hoses neatly through cable tray and raceways.

· Problem solving and troubleshooting

· Test the assembled machines to ensure they are functioning properly and are of good quality

· Comply with workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and procedures

· Report any machine or plant safety concerns to a Production Manager, Production Supervisor, or Team Lead.

· Ensure that the assembly floor area remains well organized and free of clutter.

· Maintain tools and the workspace in good condition

· May perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned

Requirements:

· Must have high degree of mechanical aptitude with 5-10 years related experience.

· Continuous standing, grasping and carrying, frequent walking, bending, squatting, reaching, twisting and lifting for extended periods.

· Visual ability to read prints and visually inspect: peripheral vision to avoid moving equipment.

· Hearing ability to monitor machine sounds and communicate safety instructions with assembly team.

· Forklift operations - Training available

· Overhead crane operations – Training available

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health savings account

Application Question(s):

  • What is your desired wage?
  • Do you have experience reading mechanical blueprints?

Experience:

  • machine building/assembly: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $38

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