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Component Repairs Trainee

Sulzer offers you a wealth of opportunities to drive your career into the direction that you want, depending on your skills and interests. We invite you to apply if you are ready to take the next step.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

+ **This role provides hands-on training and development in our machine shop, weld shop, and mechanic shop**

+ **Successfully complete weld testing in accordance with company standards.**

+ **The employee will gain experience in various aspects of metal fabrication, machining, and mechanical assembly, contributing to the repair and maintenance of industrial rotating equipment.**

+ **Actively participate in cross-training across the machine shop, weld shop, and mechanic shop to develop a well-rounded skill set.**

+ **Assist in fabrication, welding, machining, and mechanical assembly tasks as assigned.**

To succeed in this role, you will need:

+ **High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)**

+ **Interest in learning a trade or developing skills in machining, welding, or as a mechanic.**

+ **Willingness to follow instructions and work under supervision.**

+ **Must be willing to work overtime and swing shifts as needed.**

+ **Basic understanding of welding, machining, or mechanical work is a plus but not required.**

What we offer you:

+ **11 Paid Holidays**

+ **15 Paid Time off (PTO) Days**

+ **Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability**

+ **401k with 6% company match**

+ **Employee Assistance Program**

+ **Employee Wellness Program**

+ **Bonus Programs**

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

Shift:** **Working hours will be determined by workload and shift coverage needs.

Candidate must be prepared to work swing shift.

+ **Monday – Friday: 5 am to 4:30 pm (day shift) and 3:30 pm – 4:00 am (night shift).**

+ **Weekends as necessary.**

Probationary Period Overview:

+ **Duration: 4 months (18 weeks)**

+ **Work schedule (Department we start might change depending on workload.)**

+ **Weld shop, 6 weeks on day shift.**

+ **Machine shop, 6 weeks on night shift.**

+ **Mechanic shop, 6 weeks on day shift.**

Goals and expectations:

+ **Pass weld test by the end of probationary period.**

+ **Pass Dimensional Measuring Aptitude Test (R&R) by the end of probationary period.**

+ **Must read the Component Repair course workbook.**

+ **Sections 1 – 6 during first half of probationary period**

+ **Section 7 – 11 during second half of probationary period**

+ **Review with mentor after each completed section** ​​​​

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to** **Jerome Blalack** **at [email protected] or Hiring Manager –** **[email protected]

We are looking forward hearing from you!

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.