Machine Builder

About the role

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is seeking a skilled Machine Builder to add to our growing team! The Machine Builder will support capital projects, equipment upgrades, machine relocations, production improvements, and major rebuild initiatives.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Disassemble, inspect, rebuild, and reassemble paper plate manufacturing machines and related converting equipment.
• Replace and repair worn machine components including bearings, shafts, gears, sprockets, chains, belts, rollers, bushings, pulleys, and drive systems.
• Perform machine overhauls, refurbishments, modifications, and equipment upgrades.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly prints, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Inspect machine components for wear, damage, and failure points and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform precision measurements using calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and other measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and production-related equipment issues.
• Install, repair, and maintain pneumatic systems, air cylinders, vacuum systems, and machine controls associated with plate manufacturing equipment.
• Support machine changeovers, tooling installations, and product-size conversions.
• Conduct machine testing and operational runoffs following rebuilds and modifications.
• Assist with machinery installation, startup, and commissioning activities within manufacturing facilities.
• Safely operate forklifts, cranes, hoists, lifts, power tools, and machine shop equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas utilizing 5S principles.
• Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and manufacturing standards.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum 5 years of machine building, equipment assembly, industrial maintenance, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience assembling automated machinery, mechanical presses, production equipment, or custom machinery preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints.
• Must be able to travel 25% of the time.

Benefits

• Company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us

AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight manufacturing and five warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States. We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development

At AJM, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. We offer in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies.