Rotor Specialist Lead

Rotating Machinery Svcs Inc•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Rotor Department Lead – Engineered Products position will perform and oversee a variety of tasks on turbomachinery components and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements.

Requirements

Minimum ten years of experience with component assembly and dynamic balancing in turbo-machinery industry.
High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution.
The position may be based in RMS’s Pearland, TX facility.
This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends may be required based on company and project needs.
This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
Demonstrates a safety-first mindset, ensuring the well-being of self and coworkers at all times.
Communicates effectively with supervision, crafts, and customers throughout the inspection and repair process.
Exhibits strong organizational skills to manage tasks, priorities, and workflow efficiently.
Ability to work collaboratively and lead effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Expert in use of precision measuring equipment (mic, caliper, etc.)
Able to understand, read, write and speak English.
Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. (with assistance), walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
Must be able to use hands for assembling and tool usage.
While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift.
Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug, alcohol screening, and background check.
Authorized to work in the United States.
RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.

Nice To Haves

Post High School degree in a mechanical related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Leads a team of Rotor Technicians by assigning daily tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring efficient workflow to meet production goals in the Rotor Shop
Oversees Phase I & Phase II inspections, as well as final build / balance on new and used Rotating Elements (and sub-components) for RMS and non-OEM turbomachinery including Axial, Single Stage Overhung, Horizontally and Vertically Split Multi-Stage, and Oil Free Screw Compressors; Hot Gas Expanders; Steam Turbines; and other rotating equipment as needed
Collaborates with Management and Engineering teams to drive On-Time Delivery (OTD), resolve technical issues, and trouble shoot equipment or process challenges as needed
Communicates effectively with coworkers, cross-functional teams, and customers to ensure alignment and successful project execution
Trains and mentors Rotor Technicians, developing team capability and closing skill gaps
Promotes a positive attitude, accountability, and a results-driven mindset focused on meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards
Proficient in balancing and experienced in operating Schenck 980 Cabs driving 5K, 15K, and 70K balance machines
Expert at precision measuring, pre-stack dimensional inspections, and pre / post overspeed inspections
Knowledgeable of Rotor Shop subcomponents, including impellers, sleeves, balance pistons, shafts, etc.
Performs detailed visual inspections and mentors less experienced technicians on identifying critical findings
Capable of safely handling and manipulating large rotors (20,000+ lbs) for assembly or disassembly
Coordinates daily activities and allocates manpower to maintain production targets
Participates in root cause failure analysis and recommends effective repair methods and procedures
Coordinates material movement between work areas and shipping / receiving
Notifies Quality and Production Manager of non-conformity and drives timely resolution
Analyzes current and future workload capacity and adjusts priorities as needed
Performs final testing and inspection as required
Maintains a clean, organized and safe work environment while promoting 5S principles
Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and ensures compliance with all safety policies, procedures and instructions
Leads team efforts in housekeeping and continuous improvement initiates
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned