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Machine Builder in Milwaukee

Date Posted: 26 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Machine Builder

Seeking a Machine Builder to build, rebuild and fit large custom industrial equipment and heavy fabricated assemblies. This is skilled, hands-on mechanical work, not repetitive line assembly.

Responsibilities

  • Work from assembly drawings, mechanical prints and specs to plan the correct fit, positioning and build sequence
  • Assemble, rebuild and fit oversized custom machinery, weldments and fabricated parts
  • Achieve precise alignment and tight-tolerance fits, including press and slip fits
  • Diagnose and correct fit-up, alignment and assembly problems as they come up
  • Check components for accuracy, completeness and proper fit using calipers, micrometers, levels, squares and tapes
  • Move large parts with overhead cranes, forklifts and other handling equipment
  • Use torch heat, light welding or fitting when needed to bring parts into alignment
  • Work with torque wrenches, hand and power tools safely and correctly

Requirements

  • 3+ years of mechanical experience in machine building, industrial maintenance, machine repair or rebuild, millwright work, mechanical fitting, heavy assembly or custom fabrication
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills
  • Proficiency with blueprint reading and comfortable with precision measuring instruments
  • Experience with mechanical tolerances, fits and precision alignment

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction and without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Resumes can be confidentially sent to tonya.grimes@gogpac.com or call direct at 614-324-8971.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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