Repair Mechanic

GEA•Patterson, CA

10d

About The Position

Assembly and fitting of new and used centrifuge bowl assemblies. Repairs, modifies and manufactures parts using hand tools or metal working machines such as manual milling machines or drill presses and fits them to the assembly. Inspects assemblies or parts received for repair. Identifies damages such as corrosion, erosion, fractures or mechanical damages through visual examination. Measures critical fits and dimension using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, gauges or Coordinate Measuring Machines. Records inspection findings and measurements in an inspection report. Grinds parts to correct surface imperfections, remove burrs or blend weld seams. Polishes parts used in critical pharmaceutical or biotechnology processes to required surface finish per drawing. Measures and documents surface finishes on parts. Cleans parts in preparation for inspection Inspects parts for safety relevant damages using the liquid penetration test method Balances completed bowl assemblies if necessary Maintains a clean and organized work environment. Follows all applicable QHSE rules and regulatory requirements Fulfills additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent, along with the ability to read and interpret drawings
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

A completed 3 to 4-year formal apprenticeship as an Industrial Equipment Mechanic, Millwright, or related field is highly desired
3 - 5 years of work experience in industrial equipment maintenance or repair, especially with precision machinery like high-speed centrifuges, is advantageous
Experience operating manual machine tools, such as mills, drills, or lathes, is a plus
Familiarity with the metric system, including metric measuring tools and reading metric drawings, is highly valued
Your meticulousness shines as you evaluate and identify part failures, such as corrosion, erosion, cavitation, or fatigue in stainless steel components
You thrive with little direction, are eager to learn new skills, and readily adapt to changing work demands. Your dependable nature ensures smooth operations
Good social skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team are essential for success in our dynamic work environment

Responsibilities

Assembly and fitting of new and used centrifuge bowl assemblies
Repairs, modifies and manufactures parts using hand tools or metal working machines such as manual milling machines or drill presses and fits them to the assembly
Inspects assemblies or parts received for repair
Identifies damages such as corrosion, erosion, fractures or mechanical damages through visual examination
Measures critical fits and dimension using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, gauges or Coordinate Measuring Machines
Records inspection findings and measurements in an inspection report
Grinds parts to correct surface imperfections, remove burrs or blend weld seams
Polishes parts used in critical pharmaceutical or biotechnology processes to required surface finish per drawing
Measures and documents surface finishes on parts
Cleans parts in preparation for inspection
Inspects parts for safety relevant damages using the liquid penetration test method
Balances completed bowl assemblies if necessary
Maintains a clean and organized work environment
Follows all applicable QHSE rules and regulatory requirements
Fulfills additional duties as assigned by supervisor