Manual Machinist

Manual Machinist

Business Unit:   Sulzer Turbo Services, Houston, Inc.

Department:      Component

Reports to:         Operations Manager, Productions Supervisor(s)

Shift

Working hours will be determined by workload and shift coverage needs.  Typically, Day Shift starts at 5:00AM and ends between 1:30PM and 5:00PM; Night Shift will start between 3:30PM and 5:00PM and will end between 12:00AM and 5:00AM.

Company Overview:

Sulzer Turbo Services (STS) is an independent provider of services and repairs of critical turbomachinery.  We specialize in the repair, overhaul, and replacement of parts for high-speed rotating equipment such as steam and gas turbines, compressors, expanders, and other industrial rotating equipment found primarily in the Oil & Gas, Pipeline, Petrochemical, Ammonia, Nitric Acid, Fertilizer and Power Generation markets.

Position Summary:

A manual machinist operates tools and equipment to produce or repair precision mechanic pieces. They read and interpret blueprints and designs, set up machinery and perform accurate measurements to ensure products meet the required specifications.

Responsibilities:

·       Observe Company Safety Policy and Procedures; follow and support all STS Safety Policies and ISO Procedures

·       Complete all documentation pertaining to the work assignment

·       Train new hires or engineers associated with the project being worked on

·       Work closely and clearly communicate with the other departments, Machine personnel, Supervisor, and Lead

·       Capable of operating all machines in the shop (including large mills, lathes, stripping machine, peening machine, tool post grinders, and other equipment)

·       Planning –Work with Department Supervisor to develop a machine plan:

·       Determine what tools will be required prior to starting the machine process

·       Be on the job site and in your assigned work area at the scheduled time

·       Keep work area clean and well organized during all phases of the project

·       Have and maintain ability to use and operate the overhead cranes, torches, grinders and forklifts

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

·       Must have manual machining experience

·       Experience working with turbo machinery is a plus

·       Must have the required tools to perform their expected tasks or ability to acquire.

·       Must be able to work overtime as needed

·       Must be able to use precision measuring instruments

What we offer:

•           11 Paid Holidays

•           15 Paid Time off (PTO) Days

•           Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability

•           401k with 6% company match

•           Employee Assistance Program

•           Employee Wellness Program

•           Bonus Programs. Based on company performance and individual performance