Machine Operator

Sulzer Chemtech is looking for a Machine Operator/Welder AND a Machine Operator/Maintenance Technician to work at our Humble, TX facility.

SUMMARY: Responsible for producing quality parts for customer jobs, according to blueprints and/or supervisor instruction

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs production activities utilizing assigned machine, monitoring individual production levels in relation to anticipated schedule hours and material requirements and identifying problems or bottlenecks.

• Complies with established quality standards/requirements and conducts periodic checks of parts to identify nonconformance and initiate associated corrective actions

• Ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane proficiently as needed

• Ability to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

• Complies with established safety practices and procedures, attends periodic meetings

• Identifies and recommends improvements in work methods and procedures

• Maintains an orderly work area and observes good housekeeping standards as established within the department

• Performs other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED

• 2+ years' experience in manufacturing (sheet metal fabrication preferred)

• Experience operating a Punch Press (trump, amada, or weido style), Brake, or Shear

• For the Operator/Welder Combo

• Experience with MIG or TIG Welding (need to be able to weld 16 gauge to 1/4")

• For the Operator/Maintenance Combo

• Experience performing machine maintenance in a fabrication shop

• Ability to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job

• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings and tape measure

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations as required for layout and accurate parts fabrication

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and proficiency in the performance of basic metal fabrication operations (e.g., sheering, computer punch press, etc.)

• Interpersonal skills as required in communicating with other members of the organization

TRAVEL: This position does not require business travel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time to operate equipment

• Must be able to lift/carry items up to 50lbs

• Must be able to use hands to operate equipment

• Must be able to bend/stoop/twist/turn to move material