Machinist

E516 Sulzer Pumps (US) Inc.; Chattanooga (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days paid time off

401k plan with 6% match

Comprehensive health plan

Health savings account matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid paternal leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking an experienced machinist to join our Oklahoma shop. You will set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and related tools to manufacture and recondition pump components to exact standards. You will read drawings and measure with precision instruments to meet tight tolerances.

The role requires 5+ years of machining experience, ability to maintain safety, and teamwork to support continuous workflow and quality improvement. We offer strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of a machinist apprentice program or equivalent training.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in machining.
• Ability to hold close tolerances and conduct component inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools to manufacture and recondition parts.
• Read and interpret procedures, work orders, and technical drawings to meet specifications.
• Measure components with precision instruments and gauges.
• Operate overhead crane and forklifts safely.
• Disassemble, inspect, and re-assemble pump equipment as required.
• Collaborate with team and assist coworkers to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Machining experience

Close tolerances

Read technical drawings

Math skills

Machinist apprentice completion

Education

Machinist apprentice program

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

Set up and operate machine tools, including HBM, VBM, lathes, milling machines, ID/OD grinders, planers, and bore, without assistance, following department policy and procedures manual, to manufacture and recondition component parts to customer, OEM and industry standards. Interprets mechanical drawings, blueprints, and sketches and performs precision metal cutting, grinding, shaping and fitting. Measures components, parts, and raw materials with precision measuring instruments, gauges, and tools. Works under limited supervision. Performs layouts, sets up, and operates machines. Read and interpret procedures, work orders, and technical drawings to meet specifications. Apply knowledge of metals and alloys, including stainless and carbon steels. Improves set ups and methods for higher quality and improved cost. Operate overhead crane and forklifts safely as directed by Supervisor. Perform other duties as necessary. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Maintains a safe, neat, and orderly workstation Assists in the disassembly, inspection, and re-assembly of pump equipment when required Communicate effectively to ensure smooth workflow transitions between team members. Support and assist coworkers, including training and collaboration. Supports, cooperates with, and participates in company-wide safety program which includes following all safety policies and procedures Supports and cooperates in Sulzer Nuclear Quality Program Performs other duties as assigned Works overtime as requested Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, man lifts, and scissor lifts.

QUALIFICATION

• Completion of a machinist apprentice program or equivalent training.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in machining.
• Ability to hold close tolerances and conduct component inspection
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Basic math skills.

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 re-imbursement

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.