Centrifuge Mechanic-1

FLSmidth•Winfield, WV

16h

About The Position

Assemble and disassemble equipment using hand tools, power tools, overhead cranes and fork-lifts. Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts. Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment or other methods. Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts. Dismantle machinery and equipment for shipment to installation site. Maintains safe operations by adhering to FLSmidth safety procedures and regulations. Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements. Repair and lubricate machines and equipment. Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Documents actions by completing production and quality logs. Proactive in safety As part of job enrichment, and at the company’s discretion, cross training in other areas will be given FLS is a leading, full flowsheet minerals processing supplier to the global mining industry. We deliver proven technologies and services across the lifecycle of operations, and have set targets of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining by 2030 with our MissionZero programme.

Requirements

2 years’ experience in a general manufacturing or mining environment as a mechanic
Must understand mechanics, basic metallurgy, tolerance, tools and mathematics
Must be able to interpret blue prints
Must have the ability to follow written or verbal instructions
Must have knowledge of health and safety requirements including but not limited to fire hazards, compressed gases, electrical, chemical and mechanical devices
Computer skills: ability to use the computer for time tracking purposes
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
The employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers, hand to, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to walk.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The employee is exposed to fumes and may at time be required to wear a respirator.
The employee will occasionally work at heights using the correct PPE.
The noise level in the work environment is one that is typically associated with a manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

Assemble and disassemble equipment using hand tools, power tools, overhead cranes and fork-lifts.
Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.
Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools
Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment or other methods.
Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Dismantle machinery and equipment for shipment to installation site.
Maintains safe operations by adhering to FLSmidth safety procedures and regulations.
Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
Repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
Proactive in safety
Cross training in other areas will be given