Assembler

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

Job summary

A global flow control company is seeking a Precision Assembler for its KSA manufacturing start-up in Dammam. This role involves assembly and lapping of advanced ceramic components for energy recovery devices, working closely with engineering and quality teams to ensure high performance standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in precision assembly, proficiency in English, and a commitment to safety practices. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Modern equipment and training

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in precision assembly and lapping of ceramic components.
• Strong commitment to safety practices and PPE requirements.
• Comfortable working in a start-up environment with evolving processes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble ceramic components for energy recovery devices following specifications.
• Perform precision lapping operations to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Support quality inspections and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Precision assembly

Lapping of ceramic components

English language proficiency

Reading engineering drawings

Commitment to HSE practices

Familiarity with SPC tools

Education

Technical diploma or apprenticeship in machining/manufacturing

Tools

Micrometers

Lapping equipment

Metrology tools

Job description

Overview

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. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

Req ID : R-17956

Job Family Group : Operations

Job Family : OP Repetitive Assembly

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