Machine Operator

E519 Sulzer Turbo Services Houston Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

401k match

Healthcare plan

HSA matching

Wellness program

Employee assistance

Paternal leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a Machine Operator to operate and monitor machinery in the manufacturing process, ensuring efficiency and quality while following safety protocols. This role suits individuals with basic vocational training or related experience, strong mechanical skills, and a teamwork mindset; you will set up, adjust, inspect, and record production data, maintaining a safe work area.

Sulzer offers a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, holidays, 401k match, health plan, HSA, wellness

Qualifications

• Basic vocational training or equivalent work experience.
• Basic mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
• Willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
• Familiarity with production tools and equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery according to instructions.
• Monitor machine performance and make minor adjustments.
• Inspect products for quality and report defects.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Record production data and report issues.
• Follow safety and operational procedures.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Follow instructions

Hand-eye coordination

Willingness to learn

Production tools familiarity

Education

Basic vocational training or equivalent

Tools

Production tools & equipment

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 Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring machinery used in the manufacturing process. This role ensures that machines run efficiently, products meet quality standards, and safety protocols are followed. This job profile is intended for support staff that follows established procedures and works under close supervision. Smaller/easier decisions are made autonomously. This job and its associated grade are specifically aligned with roles that have the following scope of responsibility: Small, Medium, Large, Division / Extra Large organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery according to instructions.
• Monitor machine performance and make minor adjustments.
• Inspect products for quality and report defects.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Record production data and report issues.
• Follow safety and operational procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

• May require basic vocational training (or equivalent work experience) and up to 2 years of relevant experience to carry out the role.
• Basic mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
• Willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
• Familiarity with production tools and equipment is a plus.

What we offer you

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.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.

By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world.

With more than 13’000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team.

We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success.

We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.