Build Lead

Build it. Lead it. Bring it to life.

Tired of feeling like just another assembler on the floor?

At PowerBuilt, our Build Leads take ownership of projects from the shop floor to customer buyoff—leading builds, solving problems, and helping bring custom automation systems to life.

We’re not your typical manufacturing environment:

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???? Wide variety of work – every day brings different tasks, equipment, and challenges
???? In-house fabrication & engineering – everything under one roof
???? Stable & growing – approaching 100 employees with no layoffs
???? Work on custom automation equipment – conveyors, lift assists, robotics integration, fixtures, and more
???? Modern manufacturing environment with ongoing facility investments
???? Strong team atmosphere – engineering and production work side-by-side
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✈️ Minimal travel – occasional installs/startups as needed

As a Build Lead, you’ll oversee equipment builds, support technicians, and help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to PowerBuilt quality standards.

You’ll:

Lead mechanical assembly and build activities for custom automation equipment
Manage multiple projects simultaneously from build kickoff through customer buyoff
Coordinate shop resources, contractors, and technician workloads
Troubleshoot mechanical and pneumatic systems during assembly and testing
Route and organize pneumatic tubing and cabling cleanly and efficiently
Support conveyor builds, complex transfers, lifts, and automation systems
Work closely with engineering to resolve design or fitment issues
Document non-conformance issues and provide redlines for engineering updates
Monitor schedules, labor usage, and project progress
Coordinate shipping logistics, packing lists, and ship-loose verification
Maintain organized build photos/videos for project tracking and final records
Lead buyoff setup activities and support customer demonstrations
Mentor junior technicians and help develop shop talent
Drive continuous improvement ideas to improve build efficiency and quality

Strong mechanical assembly and troubleshooting experience
Experience leading equipment builds or production teams
Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
Understanding of pneumatic systems and mechanical fitment
Basic familiarity with PLC field devices, sensors, I/O blocks, and automation hardware
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and engineering documentation
Strong organizational and communication skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
Leadership mindset with willingness to coach and support others
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Preferred:

Experience with conveyors, lift assists, robotics integration, or custom automation systems
Previous experience coordinating contractors or technicians
Forklift and rigging experience is a plus

???? Location: Ohio – Bellefontaine

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants:

To lead projects instead of just working on individual tasks
To build custom equipment instead of repetitive production work
To work closely with engineering and have real influence on outcomes
To grow into a larger leadership role within manufacturing operations
To see projects through from concept to customer delivery

At PowerBuilt, Build Leads don’t just assemble equipment—they help drive projects to completion.

PowerBuilt is an equal opportunity employer.

PowerBuilt Material Handling Solutions is committed to fostering career growth and professional development within each of our departments. Each level of progression builds on technical expertise, leadership skills, and project responsibilities to support both personal and organizational success. Employees must be proficient in all qualifications before being considered to move up to the next level in their role.