Machinist

Sulzer; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401k match

Health plan

HSA matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Paternal leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a skilled machinist in the United States to set up and operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, planers, and related equipment. You will read blueprints, interpret technical drawings, and produce precision components to customer and industry standards.

This role requires five years of machining experience, close tolerances, and strong math and inspection skills. You will work safely with cranes and forklifts, collaborate across teams, and contribute to

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

• 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

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Precision measurement

Math skills

Communication

Education

Machinist apprenticeship

Tools

HBM

VBM

lathes

milling machines

ID/OD grinders

planers

bore

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

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