Machinist

E524 Sulzer Pump Services (US) Inc.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days

401k 6% match

Health plan including medical, dental,

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

HSA matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a skilled machinist to set up and operate conventional machine tools in our Pasadena shop. You will read drawings, interpret GD&T, and produce components to tight tolerances, recondition parts, and support Lean and EHS initiatives.

You will train others in setup methods, check work with precision instruments, and work with a team to improve quality and costs while meeting production demands and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a machinist apprentice program or equivalent training.
• Ability to hold close tolerances and conduct component inspections.
• Demonstrated ability to set up multiple machines: ID/OD Grinder, Turret Lathe, Engine Lathe, Knee Mill, Radial Drill, Horizontal Boring Mill, Vertical Boring Mill, Planer Mill.
• Ability to perform with a minimum of direct supervision.
• Working knowledge of tool geometry and application.
• Working knowledge of feeds and speeds.
• 5 years experience in machine shops on the above equipment.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work overtime as required

Responsibilities

• Performs layouts, sets up, and operates conventional machine tools as required.
• Reads and interprets all drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Designs setups and methods where none exist.
• Instructs other shop personnel in proper machining techniques: set-ups, feeds and speeds for both carbide and high speed steel cutting tools, methods and standard operating procedures.
• Improves methods for higher quality and improved costs.
• Assists maintenance in diagnosis, repair, and preventative maintenance.
• Operates jib cranes and forklifts as directed by Area Superintendent.
• Adheres to company and department policies, procedures, and standards.
• Supports, cooperates with, and participates in LEAN and EHS Management System.

Skills

Reading drawings

Geometric tolerancing

Close tolerances

Team collaboration

Overtime readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Machinist apprenticeship program

Tools

ID/OD Grinder

Turret Lathe

Engine Lathe

Knee Mill

Radial Drill

Horizontal Boring Mill

Vertical Boring Mill

Planer Mill

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

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs layouts, sets up, and operates conventional machine tools as required

Reads and interprets all drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Designs setups and methods where none exist

Instructs other shop personnel in proper machining techniques: set‑ups, feeds and speeds for both carbide and high speed steel cutting tools, methods and standard operating procedures

Improves methods for higher quality and improved costs

Assists maintenance in diagnosis, repair, and preventative maintenance

Operates jib cranes and forklifts as directed by Area Superintendent

Adheres to company and department policies, procedures, and standards

Supports, cooperates with, and participates in company-wide LEAN and EHS Management System which includes following all safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of a machinist apprentice program or equivalent training

Ability to hold close tolerances and conduct component inspections

Demonstrated ability to effectively set up all, or at least most, of the following machines: I.D./O.D. Grinder, Turret Lathe, Engine Lathe, Knee Mill, Radial Drill, Horizontal Boring Mill, Vertical Boring Mill, and Planer Mill

Ability to perform with a minimum of direct supervision

Working knowledge of tool geometry and application

Working knowledge of effects of feeds and speeds

5 years experience in machine shops on the above equipment

Willingness to work in a team environment

Ability to work overtime as required

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 parental 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.