Centrifugal Compressor Technician

Copeland; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland in Rushville, IN is hiring a Centrifugal Technician to assemble, inspect, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components for commercial air conditioning systems. You will work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure parts meet specifications and processes run efficiently.

The role requires reading drawings, using precision tools, and maintaining records while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post‑secondary training working with Manufacturing or Quality Engineers; or equivalent experience.
• Strong mathematical and communication skills
• Must have coordination and manual dexterity to work with fine movements.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow complex drawings/specifications.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of quality control measures and procedures.
• Must be a proactive problem solver, willing to learn and accept challenges.
• Must have personal computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office programs, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and push or pull parts or containers on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
• Legal Authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and/or disassemble mechanical and electrical components, using precision tools and proper techniques, according to engineering drawings (QII/Work Instructions) and specifications.
• Inspect parts and completed assemblies for defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and identifying any issues that may need correction.
• Use measuring devices, operate electro-mechanical assembly and testing equipment, and tools to assure product is manufactured to the required specifications.
• Utilize various assembly tools and machines like power tools, torque wrenches, and automated equipment to perform tasks efficiently.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve/repair assembly issues, including misaligned parts, faulty components, testing failure, or incorrect procedures.
• Set-up and operate equipment to achieve quality the first time in each process.
• Train others in proper operation, setup, inspection, and problem solving, to assure product is manufactured per the required cycle time.
• Collaborate with other assembly technicians, engineering, and quality control to ensure efficient assembly processes.
• Utilize lifts, overhead hoists, and motorized wheeled equipment to move products around the work cell as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, testing results, and other reports related to the assembly process.
• Make recommendations for improvement to the assembly process to increase efficiency and reduce production costs.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
• Keep tools, equipment, and all aspects of the assembly work areas straight, organized, and clean daily.
• Understand how to read part detail and assembly drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and sequence of operations for finished work piece.
• Verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications
• Operate assembly robot and troubleshoot when necessary
• Diagnose issues and troubleshoot problems by consulting with engineers, quality, production personnel, programmers or others on solutions.
• Train other team members on assigned processes
• Serve as Team Leader within the department, to ensure we meet safety, quality, and delivery expectations of product cell.
• Performs operator responsible preventative maintenance on equipment as required.
• All other duties assigned.
• Comply with all OSHA standards, safety regulations and company processes and procedures

Skills

Mathematics

Communication

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Quality control

Problem solving

PC skills

Microsoft Office

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stamina

Education

Post-secondary training in Manufacturing or Quality

Associate's degree

HVAC/mechanical/electrical

Job description

Copeland in Rushville, IN is hiring a Centrifugal Technician to assemble, inspect, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components for commercial air conditioning systems. You will work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure parts meet specifications and processes run efficiently.

The role requires reading drawings, using precision tools, and maintaining records while adhering to safety standards.