Machine Shop Assembly S2

KSB US; Grovetown (GA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

KSB GIW, Inc. in Grovetown, GA is seeking an Assembly Journeyman II to safely assemble, install, and test large pump assemblies. The role requires advanced knowledge of machine shop tools, drawings, and fabrication, with travel to customer sites as needed.

The position supports production targets, promotes safety, and may mentor other employees. A high school diploma or GED is required with prior heavy assembly and international travel experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in heavy assembly, use of machine shop tools, reading engineering drawings, metal fabrication, and working in an industrial environment.
• Previous experience with pump assembly, rigging large loads, and international travel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Always promotes safety as a top priority.
• Adheres to all company rules, policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with environmental, safety, and health regulations.
• Monitors, maintains, and ensures proper condition of shop tools and equipment.
• Meets productivity and efficiency requirements.
• Uses and interprets machine shop measuring instruments.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings.
• Prepares and cleans parts using solvents and cleaners.
• Safely rigs and lifts large components, including castings and assemblies exceeding 40,000 lbs.
• Installs large bearings and adjusts clearance/endplay as needed.
• Assembles pumps, bearing assemblies, and auxiliary equipment (assemblies up to 400,000 lbs.).
• Measures and sets suction clearances for optimal pump efficiency.
• Uses torque tools with capacities up to 35,000 ft. lbs.
• Sets up, measures, and aligns pump trains up to 60 feet in length.
• Performs hydrostatic tests on slurry pumps with large diameter openings (up to 1000 psi).
• Conducts metal fabrication work, including welding and torch cutting.
• Maintains organized records and documentation.
• Works independently and demonstrates good computer skills.
• Applies knowledge of relevant millwright skills.
• Travels to customer sites domestically and internationally to perform assembly and related work.
• Trains and mentors’ other employees as required.

Skills

Heavy assembly experience

Reading engineering drawings

Machining tools familiarity

Metal fabrication experience

Travel to international destinations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rigging equipment

Cranes

Job description

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services, industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

Assembly S2

KSB GIW, Inc.

Department: Machine Shop

Reports to: Assembly Shop Supervisor

Location: Grovetown, Georgia

Shift: 1st

FLSA Status: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Overview

The Assembly Journeyman II is responsible for the safe and efficient assembly, installation, and testing of large pump and mechanical assemblies. This role requires advanced knowledge of assembly practices, machine shop tools, measuring instruments, and problem-solving. The position plays a vital role in promoting safety, maintaining equipment, supporting production targets, and traveling to customer sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Always promotes safety as a top priority.
• Adheres to all company rules, policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with environmental, safety, and health regulations.
• Monitors, maintains, and ensures proper condition of shop tools and equipment.
• Meets productivity and efficiency requirements.
• Uses and interprets machine shop measuring instruments.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings.
• Prepares and cleans parts using solvents and cleaners.
• Safely rigs and lifts large components, including castings and assemblies exceeding 40,000 lbs.
• Installs large bearings and adjusts clearance/endplay as needed.
• Assembles pumps, bearing assemblies, and auxiliary equipment (assemblies up to 400,000 lbs.).
• Measures and sets suction clearances for optimal pump efficiency.
• Uses torque tools with capacities up to 35,000 ft. lbs.
• Sets up, measures, and aligns pump trains up to 60 feet in length.
• Performs hydrostatic tests on slurry pumps with large diameter openings (up to 1000 psi).
• Conducts metal fabrication work, including welding and torch cutting.
• Maintains organized records and documentation.
• Works independently and demonstrates good computer skills.
• Applies knowledge of relevant millwright skills.
• Travels to customer sites domestically and internationally to perform assembly and related work.
• Trains and mentors’ other employees as required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in heavy assembly, use of machine shop tools, reading engineering drawings, metal fabrication, and working in an industrial environment. Previous experience with pump assembly, rigging large loads, and international travel preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently:
  • Standing
  • walking
  • sitting
  • bending
  • squatting
  • stooping
  • Lifting, pushing, and pulling
• Occasionally:
  • Overhead work
  • Climbing ladders or stairs
  • Driving forklifts
  • Operating cranes

KSB GIW, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB GIW, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.