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The Panther Group is seeking experienced Machine Builder Technicians for a temp-to-perm opportunity with a leading custom automation, robotics, packaging, and assembly equipment manufacturer in Lakewood Ranch, Florida.

This is a hands-on role for highly skilled machine builders who have experience building custom automated machinery from the ground up—not maintaining existing production equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical assembly background and be capable of independently building, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning complex automation systems.

This manufacturing company designs and builds custom automation, packaging, and robotic systems for a variety of manufacturing industries. This position plays a critical role in assembling complete automated machines from start to finish, performing machine startup and troubleshooting, and supporting the successful delivery of custom-built equipment.

This is not a maintenance position. Candidates must have experience building machinery from scratch in a machine builder, automation, OEM, or custom manufacturing environment.

• Independently assemble custom automated machinery from start to finish.
• Build and install machine frames, stations, mechanical assemblies, and subassemblies.
• Assemble pneumatic, hydraulic, and motion control systems.
• Perform machine startup, testing, debugging, and validation activities.
• Ensure machines are built to engineering specifications and quality standards.

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical assembly and machine performance issues.
• Support machine debugging efforts during build and commissioning phases.
• Identify root causes of equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Perform functional testing and machine verification prior to customer delivery.

• Perform fabrication work as needed using manual machine shop equipment.
• Utilize drills, grinders, saws, and other fabrication tools.
• Support modifications and improvements during machine build activities.

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly prints, and schematics.
• Provide feedback to engineering teams regarding assembly methods and design improvements.
• Participate in project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Serve as a technical resource for junior technicians and machine builders.
• Promote quality workmanship, safety, and best assembly practices.
• Support project timelines and team objectives.

• 5–10+ years of machine building experience in a custom automation, packaging equipment, robotics, OEM, or special machinery environment.
• Proven ability to independently build complex automated machines from the ground up.
• Strong mechanical assembly experience with machine frames, stations, and precision assemblies.
• Experience troubleshooting and testing automated machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and assembly documentation.
• Strong understanding of hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and testing equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with servo motors, motion control systems, and VFDs.
• Basic knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
• Manual machining, welding, or fabrication experience.
• Customer site installation, startup, or commissioning experience.
• Experience supporting robotics, packaging machinery, or automated production equipment.

We are the experts in Human Capital. It starts with a commitment to personal attention. A single point of contact from day one. That's what makes The Panther Group different. That is how we deliver results to our clients and candidates. Our focus on quality, diversity and service sets us apart. At The Panther Group, it's about attention to detail. We attract the right talent, connect job seekers with the right jobs and provide the right custom solutions because we worry about the little things. Providing our clients the best value for their dollar, finding our job seekers opportunities where they can thrive, giving our clients and candidates the level of service they deserve, leveraging the most efficient processes in the industry.