Customer Product Repair Mechanic
Flowserve
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work safely while helping colleagues work safely and utilizing Stop Work Authority when appropriate
- Follow pre-job brief and checklists prior to assembly
- Ability to independently repair and assemble BBx, OHx, Vertical Pumps, API pumps, ANSI pumps, Vacuum pumps, and other specialized high energy rotating equipment
- Significant experience with the proper and safe use of various common power and hand tools needed to assemble rotating equipment
- Utilize torches (and other heat sources) and liquid nitrogen properly and safely in the assembly process
- Follow all routers and assembly procedures needed to accurately repair and assemble rotating equipment
- Willing to provide input on router and work process improvement
- Interface with production planners and customers to discuss the condition of all critical pump components when necessary
- Lead and participate in Pre-Job briefs with team leads and peers to understand job expectations
- Inspect and verify quality of finished and in-process work with precision measurement tools (i. e. micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, etc.)
- Clearly document critical or indicated fits and dimensions in decimal form on checklists and inspection documents – including taking photos as needed
- Run balance machine to proper balance rotating components and assemblies
- Paint, tag, and prep the pump prior to shipment to the customer.
- Conduct low pressure air tests and high-pressure hydrostatic tests
- Communicate clearly to peers and supervisors any related job issues
- Ability to work efficiently within fixed time windows for each manufacturing process
- Willingness to work with local team on developing new tools and hardware as part of on-going Continuous Improvement projects within the facility
- Utilize cranes, lifting devices, and fork trucks
- Comply with all Flowserve policies and procedures, specifically around time and attendance, safety, and productivity
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of rotating equipment repair experience
- Must own set of personal SAE hand tools and measurement instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, etc.) and a roll-around toolbox
- Able to read and interpret prints, shop drawings, assembly checklists, and other written work instructions
- Accurately set up and read precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, and other gauges
- Basic computer aptitude to learn data entry systems as well as Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English and able to effectively understand work instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
- Must be able to effectively communicate job status and support handovers from shift to shift
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 25 poundswith a full range of hand and upper-body motion to work with tools and parts.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and processes
- Excellent organizational skills
- Must be able and willing to work overtime hours including weekends and holidays when dictated by customer emergencies and business needs
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and changing work environment
- Ability to work independently, problem solve, and prioritize work assignments with support from Team Lead and Supervisor
- Experience working in a cross-functional, diverse, and responsive team
- Knowledge of service environment activities including DCI, machining, assembly, test, and field service for rotating equipment.
- Prior experience working the fast-paced and unpredictable environment around repair services.