• Night Shift Laser Cladding/Thermal Spray Operator

    Sulzer Pumps US Inc. (La Porte, TX)


    Night Shift Laser Cladding/Thermal Spray Operator - [[cust3]] - [[filter4]], [[filter1]]

     

    Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

    Your main tasks and responsibilities:

    + Prepare surfaces by cleaning, grit blasting, and masking as necessary to ensure proper adhesion of thermal spray coatings.

    + Operate thermal spray equipment (such as plasma arc, flame spray, or high-velocity oxygen fuel) to apply coatings onto substrates. Operate laser cladding equipment

    + Operate industrial robots. Tasks include setting up programs, touching up points, automatic operation, etc.

    + Select appropriate materials (metallic, ceramic, or composite powders) based on project requirements and specifications.

    + Inspect coated surfaces for uniformity, thickness, and adherence to standards. Make adjustments as needed to maintain a high-quality standard.

    + Adhere to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of thermal spray equipment.

    + Perform routine maintenance on equipment and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the cladding process.

    To succeed in this role, you will need:

    + Previous experience in thermal spray operations (e.g., HVOF, arc wire, plasma spray) is preferred. Previous experience operating industrial robots is also preferred.

    + Proficiency in setting up and operating thermal spray equipment, adjusting parameters, and troubleshooting.

    + Ability to learn turbomachinery equipment basics

    + Physical ability to work in a shop environment. Ability to safely operate forklifts

    + Be available to work overtime when necessary. This is a night shift position. Dayshift training period will be included before transitioning into night shift.

    + Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

    + Precision and meticulousness in coating application to achieve consistent results.

    What we offer you:

    + 11 Paid Holidays

    + 15 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days

    + Medical, dental, vision, life & disability

    + 401K with 6% company match

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Employee Wellness Program

    + New onsite cafeteria, all meals subsidized (La Porte Service Center)

     

    No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

     

    Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

     

    We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

     

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