Machine Builder

Machine Builder – Ogden, UT

Location Type: Full-time hourly, onsite in Ogden, UT.

• 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.

The Machine Builder is responsible for assembling equipment according to mechanical drawings while ensuring all changes, issues, and progress are clearly documented and communicated. This role requires working both independently and collaboratively to meet quality, cost, and timing expectations, while adhering to ISO standards and maintaining an organized, safe workspace. The position involves operating a variety of machine shop equipment—mills, lathes, and grinders—and assisting with material preparation processes.

Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read technical drawings, and a commitment to safety and quality. Physical capability, basic computer skills, and flexibility for travel are also essential.

• Assembly of equipment per mechanical drawings.
• Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated.
• Carry out assigned tasks with minimum direct supervision.
• Execute ISO/Quality standards.
• Communicate with the Machine Build Lead on open issues and progress during the build process.
• 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).
• Effectively and safely operate:
  • Mill
  • Lathe
  • Drill Press
  • Surface Grinder
  • Saws
  • Shears
  • Presses

• Basic computer skills.
• Intermediate proficiency reading part and assembly drawings.
• 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 lockout‑tagout training, while employed at JR.
• Ability to provide own hand tools and toolbox suitable for the job (a list of those recommended will be provided).
• Proficient with skills outlined in Module 1.
• Travel at least 20% of the time may be required; this may include domestic and international travel depending on the project.

JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10‑panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and guarantee fair opportunity for all qualified candidates. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of the request and contact information to ac