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Join a large Tier 1 automotive supplier in Auburn Hills as a direct-hire team member with great benefits. You’ll turn concepts into production-ready tooling and prototypes that keep assembly lines running smoothly.

Morning starts at your bench: you review blueprints and MBD models, map out dimensions, and determine the build sequence. By midday you’re switching between a Bridgeport, lathe, grinder, and weld station—cutting, shaping, and fitting components to exacting tolerances. In the afternoon you’re calibrating mechanisms, debugging a new tool that’s not hitting spec, updating the design database, and briefing the Shop Manager on progress and next steps. Throughout, safety and housekeeping keep your area clean and compliant.

• Build tooling and related prototypes per specifications for assembly operations.
• Plan layouts, compute dimensions, and determine sequence of operations.
• Set up and run shop equipment (lathes, Bridgeport, grinder, mills, drill press, CNC, saws) to achieve precise dimensions and finishes.
• Fabricate and weld to produce/assemble tooling components; join parts using bolts, pins, clamps, screws, rivets, and other methods.
• Fit, align, assemble, and verify conformance with precision measuring instruments.
• Repair or rework tools; test and calibrate parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.
• Identify units failing tests or tolerance levels and correct as needed.
• Research, develop, and design assembly processes and equipment; collaborate with vendors and operators; test proposed methods and equipment.
• Track build deliverables (outsourced, purchased, in-house components) through to final delivery.
• Provide detailed written inputs for design reviews, proposals, specifications, work standards, and business processes.
• Iterate designs until acceptance metrics are met; lead problem solving and develop irreversible corrective actions on quality issues.
• Interface professionally with customers and suppliers; represent the company at all levels.
• Maintain design records; protect confidential information and caution others regarding potential breaches.
• Promote health and safety; maintain a safe, orderly work area and follow all procedures and regulations.
• Teach, share best practices, and contribute continuous improvement ideas; may create sketches and detailed build instructions for teammates.
• Complete forms, documents, and reports on time per the quality management system; help maintain inventory levels in the build shop.
• Perform other duties as assigned under the direction and prioritization of the department manager.

• Operate hand/power tools: hand drill, angle grinder, Metabo, chop saw, horizontal band saw, drill press.
• Welding and fabrication: MIG required; TIG a plus. Capable of fabricating weldments and machining details from prints.
• Machining: Bridgeport, mills, lathes, grinders, CNC; skilled in drilling, tapping, and general assembly.
• CAD: SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience preferred; comfortable reading and marking up blueprints (“as built”).

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of prototype, tooling, or machine-building experience in the automotive industry; pneumatic or electrical experience is a plus.
• Fluent blueprint reading; able to machine parts from prints and recognize when a tool cannot or should not be built to print.
• Ability to improvise and build tooling/machine details on the fly from verbal directions or hand sketches.
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and a “let’s try it” mindset that connects ideas to ideas.
• General understanding of assembly processes and operations (sequencing, sub-assembly, shipping/receiving, tooling).
• Computer literacy: SolidWorks, AutoCAD; Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Algebra and geometry competency.
• Clear verbal and written communication to convey intricate technical details to teammates and customers.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines; work independently with minimal direction while staying safe and efficient.
• Daily end-of-shift housekeeping: return unused materials (fasteners, raw material, project books), and clean the work area.
• Use of PPE and adherence to safety guidelines; strong team orientation and positive attitude.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.

Moderate travel required.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Competitive Benefits