Assembler

Flowserve; Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global flow control solutions provider is seeking a Precision Assembler for their new KSA manufacturing start-up. The successful applicant will be responsible for assembling high-efficiency energy recovery devices using advanced ceramic components. Candidates should have experience in precision assembly and lapping, with a strong commitment to health and safety practices. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence while contributing to energy-efficiency solutions in a growing environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits aligned to KSA practice

Modern equipment and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in precision assembly and lapping of ceramic or other high-performance components.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using precision metrology.
• Strong commitment to HSE practices and use of required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Assemble ceramic components for ERDs following detailed work instructions.
• Perform precision lapping operations to achieve required fit and surface finish.
• Complete inspection records and support continuous improvement events.

Skills

Precision assembly

Lapping operations

English language proficiency

HSE compliance

Education

Technical diploma or apprenticeship in machining/manufacturing

Tools

Micrometers

Mahr Dimentron Plug

Mahr GD280 Surface Analyzer

Mahr MMQ400 Form Machine

Mahr Digimar Height Gage

Job description

Company Overview

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

Role Summary

Join our new KSA manufacturing start-up dedicated to producing high-efficiency energy recovery devices (ERDs) using advanced ceramic components. As a Precision Assembler, you will be responsible for the meticulous assembly and lapping of ceramic parts to achieve demanding performance standards. You’ll work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure first-pass yield, on-time delivery, and zero defects in a dynamic start-up environment. Strict adherence to local regulatory requirements and company HSE policies is expected.

Your Role

• Assembly & Lapping
• Assemble ceramic components for ERDs following detailed work instructions, engineering drawings, and quality standards.
• Perform precision lapping operations to achieve required fit, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy for optimal energy recovery performance.
• Use specialized lapping equipment, abrasives, and metrology tools to verify tolerances and surface quality.

Precision & Metrology

• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T use micrometers, Mahr Dimentron Plug, Mahr GD280 Surface Analyzer, Mahr MMQ400 Form Machine, Mahr Digimar Height Gage.
• Record inspection data and support SPC/capability studies (Cp/Cpk) to maintain stable processes.

Quality & Documentation

• Complete inspection records, route cards, and non-conformance reports; support root-cause/corrective actions and continuous improvement events (5S/Kaizen).
• Operate in alignment with ISO 9001 quality expectations and contribute to audit readiness; understanding of ISO 14001 (environmental) and ISO 45001 (occupational health & safety) is beneficial.

HSE & Compliance

• Apply safety standards and PPE requirements for assembly and lapping operations; ensure compliance with company work instructions and local regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace; participate in safety audits and emergency drills per site procedures.
• Collaboration & Start-up Readiness
• Work cross-functionally with Planning, Engineering, and Quality to meet build schedules; support NPI/prototype runs and rapid process stabilization typical of a start-up.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in precision assembly and lapping of ceramic or other high-performance components (shop-floor, hands-on).
• English language proficiency (spoken and written) for technical communication, training, and documentation; Arabic is a plus.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using precision metrology.
• Strong commitment to HSE practices and use of required PPE for assembly and lapping operations.
• Comfortable working in a start-up environment with evolving processes and documentation.

Your Profile

• Experience with ceramics commonly used in fluid-handling/sealing applications (e.g., Al₂O₃, ZrO₂).
• Exposure to ISO 9001/14001/45001 systems and audit participation.
• Familiarity with SPC tools, capability analysis, and problem-solving methods (RCA/8D).
• Technical diploma or apprenticeship in machining/manufacturing; secondary education acceptable with strong experience.

Working Conditions

• Shop-floor role requiring standing, fine motor work, and safe lifting per site guidelines.
• Shift work may be required to meet customer schedule (details to be confirmed).
• Compliance with KSA labor and site access requirements; company will support visa/work authorization processes according to policy.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape a new KSA manufacturing start-up in a high-impact energy-efficiency domain.
• Modern equipment, training, and the chance to establish best-in-class ceramic assembly and lapping capabilities.

Competitive compensation with benefits aligned to KSA practice; details per company policy.

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

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