Lead Machine Builder - Automotive Automation

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Position: Right to Hire

Title: 26-00569 - Lead Machine Builder – Automotive Automation

Job Description:

• Lead the build of small automotive sub-assemblies.
• Fits and assembles components to construct, rebuild, and repair sub-assemblies by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the build of small automotive sub-assemblies.
• Lead crews of 10
• Analyzes assembly blueprint and specifications manual and plans machine building operations.
• Verifies conformance of parts to stock list and blueprints.
• Lays out hole locations and drills and taps holes on parts for assembly.
• Aligns components for assembly and bolts, screws, dowels, welds, or rivets parts together.
• Removes high spots, and smooths surfaces.
• Verifies alignment and tolerances of moving parts.
• Tests operation of assembly by hand.
• Assembles, sets up, and operates machine to verify functioning, machine capabilities, and conformance to customer's specifications.
• Build small sub-assemblies and mounting to bases.
• Welding small parts for the sub-assemblies.
• Identifying parts on prints for build purposes.
• De-burring, stamping, and painting of sub-assemblies.
• Building guarding around projects.
• Machining (drilling, tapping, lathe work, Bridgeport, etc)
• Provide cost to complete estimates bi-weekly.
• Update resource charts daily.
• Log rework at the time of the rework.
• Participate in "Go fast” and Kaizen events.
• Keep work areas clean, maintain 5S and safety.
• Other duties and projects may be assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED);
• Experience leading a crew of 10 in the past and ordered materials
• Minimum of Three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of basic mechanics and experience in machine tool.
• General experience in assembly prints.
• General knowledge in machining; Blue Print Reading; Basic MIG Welding.
• General knowledge with regards to general build practices; Understanding of build specifications (i.e., threading, dowel length, etc.).
• Knowledge of overhead cranes, Hi-lo, Pallet Jack and other related equipment required to perform the job function.
• Knowledge of safety precautions in the Manufacturing environment.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Active Driver's License