Manual Machinist

E524 Sulzer Pump Services (US) Inc.; Barboursville (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days

401k 6% match

Health plan

HSA matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid paternal leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a Sr. Machine Operator to operate and maintain production machinery, perform advanced setup, monitor quality, and assist in training junior operators. The role is suited to experienced hands who can work autonomously with minimal supervision.

The position requires proficiency with industrial machinery, a solid mechanical aptitude, and strong communication. You will train and support junior operators and collaborate with maintenance and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Typically requires vocational training (or equivalent experience) and several years of relevant work experience to carry out the role.
• Proficiency in operating industrial machinery.
• Understanding of safety and quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery according to specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures.
• Document production data and report issues.
• Train and support junior machine operators.

Skills

Industrial machinery operation

Safety standards

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience

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 Sr. Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining production machinery, ensuring efficient and safe operations. This role performs advanced machine setup, monitors production quality, and may assist in training junior operators. This job profile is intended for experienced support-level staff that generally works autonomously and only requires closer supervision in non-routine situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery according to specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures.
• Document production data and report issues.
• Train and support junior machine operators.

Skills & Qualifications

Typically requires vocational training (or equivalent experience) and several years of relevant work experience to carry out the role. Proficiency in operating industrial machinery. Understanding of safety and quality standards. Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good communication and documentation 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 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.