Assembly Lead

Sulzer; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

12 holidays

401k match

Health plan

Health Savings Account matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid paternal leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Lead Machinery Mechanic to maintain and repair industrial equipment and to supervise a team of mechanics. You will ensure operational efficiency, safety, and documentation of activities.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, leadership, and ability to read manuals and schematics to support maintenance operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Advanced vocational training or equivalent experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot complex equipment.
• Experience reading manuals and schematics, leading teams in maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and implement repairs.
• Lead and train junior mechanics.
• Maintain maintenance logs and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures.
• Support continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Reading schematics

Safety and maintenance standards

Team coordination

Education

Advanced vocational training

Tools

Industrial machinery

Tools handling

Job description

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.

About the role

Job Summary

The Lead Machinery Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing industrial machinery and equipment, while also supervising and guiding a team of mechanics. This role ensures operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and implement repairs.
• Lead and train junior mechanics.
• Maintain maintenance logs and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures.
• Support continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

Skills & Qualifications

• Typically requires advanced vocational training (or equivalent experience) and several years of relevant work experience to carry out the role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with industrial machinery and tools.
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics.
• Leadership and coordination abilities.
• Knowledge of safety and maintenance standards.

What we offer you

• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays

• 401k plan with a 6% match

• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability

• Health savings account matching

• Motivating wellness program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid paternal leave

• Gym reimbursement

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 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.