Panel Builder, Belding MI

• 1st Shift
• $28-32/hour
• Weekly Pay

Job Description

This first-shift position offers the opportunity to work as an Industrial Electrician and Panel Builder within a custom machine manufacturing environment. You will focus on the electrical assembly and wiring of custom industrial machinery and control panels, turning detailed electrical schematics into fully wired, operational machines. The role is ideal for an experienced industrial electrical technician who enjoys hands-on work, can confidently read and interpret schematics, and takes pride in building complete systems from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Build and wire industrial electrical control panels and cabinets from provided schematics and layouts.
• Install and wire electrical components on custom industrial machinery in accordance with engineering documentation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts to guide assembly and wiring work.
• Install and connect PLCs, I/O modules, VFDs, motor starters, sensors, switches, and other industrial control components.
• Route, terminate, and label electrical wiring in accordance with drawings, company standards, and best practices.
• Install wire duct, cable trays, conduit, and electrical enclosures to support clean and organized wiring runs.
• Perform point-to-point wiring checks to verify proper connections and ensure system functionality.
• Conduct basic electrical troubleshooting to identify and correct wiring issues during machine assembly and testing.
• Identify and resolve wiring and component issues discovered during machine build, debug, and verification.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical assemblers, engineers, and controls technicians to ensure complete and accurate machine builds.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, following established safety procedures and housekeeping standards.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience wiring up industrial machines and electrical panels.
• At least 5 years of experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts.
• Proven experience wiring industrial control components and electrical cabinets.
• Ability to confidently read, understand, and apply electrical schematics to complete machine builds.
• Strong background in machine wiring, panel building, and electrical assembly for industrial equipment.
• Hands-on experience with panel wiring, control panel construction, and machine building.
• Proficiency in routing, terminating, and labeling wiring, including work with conduit, wire duct, cable trays, and enclosures.
• Experience performing basic electrical troubleshooting and point-to-point wiring checks.
• Familiarity with 24VDC control circuits and industrial AC power systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience wiring custom automated machinery.
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation electrical components.
• Experience installing PLC hardware, I/O modules, VFDs, and industrial sensors.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical wiring practices and applicable electrical safety standards.
• Comfort working from electrical blueprints, schematics, and detailed assembly drawings.
• background in control panel assembly and industrial machine build environments.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and technical excellence in building custom industrial machinery. The environment encourages hands-on problem solving, close cooperation with engineering and controls staff, and continuous learning in modern industrial automation practices. Working on first shift supports a stable schedule and work-life balance while allowing you to see the direct impact of your skills on complex, custom-built equipment.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift role in a custom machine manufacturing facility focused on industrial electrical assembly and control panel build work. You will spend most of your time in a shop environment, working at benches and on machinery, using tools and equipment appropriate for wiring, assembly, and testing of industrial control panels and automated machines. The work involves reading schematics and blueprints, installing conduit, cable trays, wire duct, and enclosures, and collaborating closely with mechanical assemblers, engineers, and controls technicians. The setting emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and organization, with an expectation of maintaining a neat work area and following established safety and electrical standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belding, MI.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belding, MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Belding,MI.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.