Position: Machine Builders & Enclosure Builders (Multiple Openings)

Location: Itasca, IL

Schedule: 1st Shift | Typically 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (frequent overtime available)

Compensation:

• Machine Builder: $25 – $32/hour

• Enclosure Builder: $22 – $28/hour (flexible for strong candidates)

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (6 months)

A long-established and rapidly expanding industrial equipment and infrastructure manufacturer in the northwest Chicago suburbs is launching a major hiring initiative and is actively seeking to bring on a large number of Machine Builders and Enclosure Builders over the coming months. The company has recently secured several significant projects and is expanding operations to keep pace with demand.

Because of this growth, leadership is aggressively scaling their manufacturing workforce, creating a strong opportunity for skilled builders and fabricators looking for steady work, overtime potential, and the chance to join a company with a long track record of success.

The organization designs and manufactures large-scale industrial machinery, infrastructure systems, and enclosures used in critical environments such as data centers and industrial processing facilities. Rather than repetitive production work, employees are involved in hands-on builds of large mechanical systems and assemblies, working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Machine Builder (Multiple Openings)

Machine Builders will assemble industrial automated machinery and complex mechanical systems from detailed engineering drawings and specifications. This role plays a key part in bringing custom-built equipment from design to operational machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble industrial automated machines and mechanical subassemblies using hand and power tools

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, mechanical prints, and shop orders

• Install and align components such as frames, drive systems, motors, shafts, bearings, and guarding

• Integrate pneumatics, sensors, and other mechanical components

• Perform operational testing, troubleshooting, and final mechanical adjustments

• Verify tolerances using precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers

• Assist with equipment movement, rigging, and occasional shipping support

• Work closely with engineering and production teams to resolve build challenges

Ideal Background

• 3–5+ years of machine building, industrial assembly, or mechanical equipment assembly

• Strong ability to read mechanical drawings and engineering prints

• Experience with motors, shafts, bearings, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical assemblies

• Skilled with hand tools and precision measuring instruments

• Forklift or crane experience is a plus

• OEM or custom machinery manufacturing experience preferred

Enclosure Builder

Enclosure Builders will focus on the fabrication and welding of large industrial enclosures and structural components used in infrastructure and equipment systems. This position combines fabrication, welding, layout, and assembly work in a project-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble steel and sheet metal enclosures from mechanical blueprints

• Perform MIG welding on structural and sheet metal components

• Measure, cut, fit, and align materials to meet dimensional tolerances

• Operate fabrication tools including saws, grinders, drills, and other shop equipment

• Ensure structural integrity and quality of welded assemblies

• Assist with positioning large components using cranes or lifting equipment

Ideal Background

• 3–5+ years of welding or fabrication experience

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication blueprints

• Experience with MIG welding in fabrication environments

• Skilled with measurement tools such as tape measures, calipers, and micrometers

• TIG welding experience is a plus but not required

• Experience building large assemblies or industrial equipment preferred

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Large hiring initiative — the company plans to add a significant number of builders and fabricators throughout the year

• Long-established manufacturer with over 100 years of industry history

• Rapid growth driven by major infrastructure and technology sector projects

• Opportunity to work on large, complex builds instead of repetitive production

• Consistent overtime available for those seeking higher earnings

• Facility expansion underway with strong long-term project backlog

• Clear contract-to-hire pathway into a stable and growing organization

Interview Process:

One on-site interview with the hiring team.

If you have experience in machine building, mechanical assembly, fabrication, or welding within an industrial manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a company that is actively expanding and bringing on a large number of skilled trades professionals.