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The repair machinist repairs damages on centrifuge parts by machining using manual machine tools such as lathes, mills or drill press
Independently sets up and machines centrifuge parts for repair purposes
Inspects all repair parts for damages, repairs damages as necessary
Sets up measuring tools and checks pertinent dimension. Responsible for own quality
Reviews and completes required documentation and administrative paperwork such as repair documentation, quality documents or daily labor sheets. Forwards daily labor sheets in a timely manner
Maintains a clean and organized work environment. Follows all applicable QHSE rules and regulatory requirements
Fulfills additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Basic Qualifications:

• High School degree or equivalent
• Experience setting up and operating manual machine tools
• Reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, inspection reports, procedures and manuals. Able to write basic reports
• Performing calculations and applying mathematical concepts such as geometry, basic algebra and basic trigonometry
• Detail oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed a 3 to 4 year formal apprenticeship as machinist with specialization in lathe machining
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in manual machining of large diameter, stainless steel precision parts using engine lathes, preferably machining of parts from high speed centrifuges
• Experience working with the metric system, including use of metric measuring tools and reading / understanding of metric drawings
• Experience in evaluating and identifying part failures such as corrosion, erosion, cavitation or fatigue in stainless steel parts.
• Self-motivated, dependable and able to work with little direction
• Adaptable to changing work demands and desire to learn new skills
• Good social skills and able to work in a team

Physical Requirements:

• Sit, stand, bend, reach, walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Use of steps, stairs, lifts routinely
• May be required to work extended hours which may include weekend and holidays
• Regularly exposed to manufacturing areas that may require personal protective equipment
• Regularly exposed to a manufacturing work environment that may be dirty, greasy and noisy

Benefits:

Our benefits include Retirement Plan, Dental Insurance, Medical Insurance, Disability Benefits, Health Spending Account, Life Insurance, paid statutory Holidays, and paid time off.

We are a member of the international GEA Group. For additional information about the GEA organization, please access our website www.gea.com.

• GEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and Pre-employment drug screening