Tool Builder in Auburn Hills, Michigan at GABLETEK

Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Shift: Day Shift
Job Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity

This position will focus on building, assembling, fitting, and modifying tooling and automation components from mechanical prints and engineering drawings. Candidates should have hands-on experience working in a machine build, tooling, fixture, or automation environment.

• Build tooling, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies from prints and drawings
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, assembly drawings, and engineering prints
• Fit, assemble, align, and adjust tooling components
• Perform drilling, tapping, grinding, filing, and other manual fitting operations
• Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Install and assemble components such as locating pins, clamps, brackets, stops, and tooling details
• Troubleshoot fitment and mechanical issues during the build process
• Make modifications and adjustments to tooling as required
• Work closely with machine builders, engineers, and other skilled trades
• Ensure tooling is assembled accurately and meets customer specifications

• Previous Tool Maker, Machine Builder, Die Maker, or Automation Tooling experience
• Strong ability to build from prints
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and engineering drawings
• Experience with precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges
• Experience with hand and power tools used in machine/tooling assembly
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot mechanical problems

• Automotive automation or industrial automation
• Robotic assembly systems
• Weld fixtures and tooling
• Body-in-white tooling
• Assembly fixtures
• Special machines or custom automation equipment

Schedule: Day Shift
Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Candidates with strong tooling, fixture build, machine build, or automation assembly experience are encouraged to apply.