Machine Builder Jobs
Machine Builder jobs are open across industrial manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and food processing, at every level from entry-level assembler to senior build technician, with specializations in automated assembly, custom fabrication, and precision mechanical systems. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Location:
Ogden, Utah, United States
Job ID:
R0132680
Date Posted:
2026-06-09
Company Name:
SETPOINT, LLC
Profession (Job Category):
Production & Skilled Trades
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The Opportunity:
JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as an Assistant Machine Builder in Ogden, UT as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.
Location Type: This is a full-time hourly position based onsite in Ogden, UT.
What We Offer:
- Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
- Opportunity to work on customized, 1-of-1 automation projects
- A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
- Career growth and skill development opportunities
- A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
- Work with cutting edge and innovative technologies
Role Overview
The Machine Builder Assistant supports the assembly of equipment by partnering closely with Machine Builders to ensure projects meet quality, cost, and timing expectations. This role involves documenting and communicating changes or issues, maintaining an organized and safe work environment, and assisting with material preparation and secondary processes. The position requires learning to operate various shop equipment while adhering to ISO and quality standards. Success in this role depends on strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Occasional travel and physical activity are required to support project and operational needs.
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Assist Machine Builder(s) with the assembly of equipment.
- Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated.
- Carry out assigned tasks with minimum direct supervision.
- Assist the Machine Builder(s) with the execution of ISO/Quality standards.
- Communicate with the Machine Builder(s) on open issues and progress during the build process.
- Assist the Machine Builder(s) with the successful execution of assigned programs as they relate to cost, quality, timing and customer satisfaction.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work area.
- Assist with preparing material for secondary processes (material finishing, heat treat, and deburring).
-
Learn to effectively and safely operate:
-
Mill
- Drill Press
- Sanders
- Saws
Note: This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.
What You’ll Bring:
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic proficiency reading part and assembly drawings preferred.
- Proven mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.
- Proven ability to accept direction and complete tasks as assigned while working as part of a team or individually.
- Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and climbing onto and beneath machines.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
- Ability to obtain a Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform and Overhead Crane license, along with Lock Out Tag Out training, while employed at JR.
- Travel at least 20% of the time may be required. This may include domestic and international travel depending on the project.
Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.
Company Overview:
At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution.
Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.
Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.
Fueled by Possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.
Location:
Ogden, Utah, United States
Job ID:
R0132680
Date Posted:
2026-06-09
Company Name:
SETPOINT, LLC
Profession (Job Category):
Production & Skilled Trades
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The Opportunity:
JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as an Assistant Machine Builder in Ogden, UT as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.
Location Type: This is a full-time hourly position based onsite in Ogden, UT.
What We Offer:
- Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
- Opportunity to work on customized, 1-of-1 automation projects
- A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
- Career growth and skill development opportunities
- A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
- Work with cutting edge and innovative technologies
Role Overview
The Machine Builder Assistant supports the assembly of equipment by partnering closely with Machine Builders to ensure projects meet quality, cost, and timing expectations. This role involves documenting and communicating changes or issues, maintaining an organized and safe work environment, and assisting with material preparation and secondary processes. The position requires learning to operate various shop equipment while adhering to ISO and quality standards. Success in this role depends on strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Occasional travel and physical activity are required to support project and operational needs.
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Assist Machine Builder(s) with the assembly of equipment.
- Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated.
- Carry out assigned tasks with minimum direct supervision.
- Assist the Machine Builder(s) with the execution of ISO/Quality standards.
- Communicate with the Machine Builder(s) on open issues and progress during the build process.
- Assist the Machine Builder(s) with the successful execution of assigned programs as they relate to cost, quality, timing and customer satisfaction.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work area.
- Assist with preparing material for secondary processes (material finishing, heat treat, and deburring).
-
Learn to effectively and safely operate:
-
Mill
- Drill Press
- Sanders
- Saws
Note: This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.
What You’ll Bring:
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic proficiency reading part and assembly drawings preferred.
- Proven mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.
- Proven ability to accept direction and complete tasks as assigned while working as part of a team or individually.
- Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and climbing onto and beneath machines.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
- Ability to obtain a Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform and Overhead Crane license, along with Lock Out Tag Out training, while employed at JR.
- Travel at least 20% of the time may be required. This may include domestic and international travel depending on the project.
Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.
Company Overview:
At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution.
Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.
Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.
Fueled by Possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Builders FirstSource6
- Hitachi Energy2
- Amazon1
- Hitachi America1
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale7
- Energy2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in machine builder jobs.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and GD&T specifications
- Hands-on experience assembling mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical components
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments
- High school diploma or equivalent, with vocational or technical training preferred
- Familiarity with PLC controls, pneumatic systems, or hydraulic systems
- NIMS certification or equivalent machining/assembly credential is a plus
Tips for Your Machine Builder Job Search
Tailor your resume to machine types
List the specific machines you've built or assembled by name, such as conveyor systems, hydraulic presses, or robotic work cells. Recruiters scan for exact equipment terms, so a generic resume that says 'assembled machinery' gets passed over fast.
Highlight certifications on your resume
If you hold NIMS credentials, a forklift certification, or any PLC programming endorsement, place them in a dedicated section near the top. Employers filter on these before reading work history, so burying them at the bottom costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists machine builder openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Read the blueprint requirements carefully
Many postings specify GD&T reading ability or tolerance levels required for the production environment. Before applying, confirm you can work to the stated tolerances so you're not caught off guard when the technical screen asks you to interpret a drawing on the spot.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Most machine builder interviews include a shop-floor test where you wire a panel, torque fasteners to spec, or interpret a simple schematic. Brush up on the tools and measurement instruments you haven't touched recently so muscle memory is there when it counts.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Machine builder roles often run second or third shifts, and shift differentials can meaningfully affect your total compensation. When an offer comes in, ask specifically about differential rates for evenings and weekends before accepting the base figure.
Machine Builder Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most machine builders?
The companies hiring the most machine builders right now include Builders FirstSource, Hitachi Energy, and Amazon, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Michigan, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is strongest at manufacturers expanding production lines and OEMs retooling for new product launches.
How many machine builder jobs are remote?
About 0% of machine builder openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most build and assembly work. The sub-areas with the highest remote share are technical documentation, quality review, and controls programming roles where the physical build phase has already been completed by an on-site team.
How do you become a machine builder?
Start by completing a vocational program or apprenticeship in mechanical assembly, industrial maintenance, or electromechanical technology. Build hands-on experience reading schematics and working with precision tools, then pursue a NIMS credential or similar certification. Entry-level roles at contract manufacturers or OEM production facilities are the most common first step into the field.
Can you get hired as a machine builder with little experience?
Yes, employers regularly hire candidates with limited formal experience if they can demonstrate hands-on ability in a skills assessment. Completing a trade school program, a community college mechatronics course, or even a structured side project that shows you can read drawings and use precision tools will put you ahead of other entry-level applicants. Temp-to-hire placements at contract manufacturers are a reliable way in.
What does the machine builder interview process look like?
Most machine builder interviews involve a phone or video screen focused on your equipment background, followed by an on-site visit that includes a shop-floor skills assessment. You may be asked to read a schematic, demonstrate tool proficiency, or torque fasteners to a specified value. A final conversation with a production supervisor or lead technician typically covers shift availability and safety practices before an offer is made.
Where can I find and apply to machine builder jobs?
You can find and apply to machine builder jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles to find positions that match your skills and experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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