Precision PTFE Hose Assembly Technician

Spirax-Sarco Engineering; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of the Spirax Group, seeks a Manufacturing Technician for Aflex to fabricate and assemble PTFE hose assemblies used in pharmaceutical, industrial, and food-grade applications.

You will interpret work orders and specs, verify materials, perform precise builds, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high production quality. Strong mechanical aptitude and meticulousness are essential for on-site machining and continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical precision required in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret work orders, assembly specifications, and ensure materials and processes meet quality standards.
• Proactive in identifying issues before they affect production or delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assemble PTFE hose assemblies per work orders, drawings, BOMs and customer specs.
• Perform hose cutting, fitting prep, ferrule placement, crimping and final assembly tasks.
• Execute hot-forming processes and specialized assembly techniques as needed.
• Verify hose type, fitting compatibility and assembly requirements prior to build.
• Use calipers, gauges and tapes to ensure accuracy and tolerances.
• Follow approved crimp specs and manufacturing standards.
• Perform in-process inspections to detect damage and non-conformities.
• Support reduction of rework through meticulous process execution.
• Collaborate with leadership and quality teams to identify root causes and drive improvements.
• Operate hose cutting equipment, crimping machines and related tooling.
• Support urgent customer requirements and maintain production priorities.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas to ensure efficient flow.
• Cross-train and support team flexibility on the line as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical precision

Interpreting work orders

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Measurement tools usage

Process discipline

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Measuring tapes

Crimping equipment

Job description

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of the Spirax Group, seeks a Manufacturing Technician for Aflex to fabricate and assemble PTFE hose assemblies used in pharmaceutical, industrial, and food-grade applications.

You will interpret work orders and specs, verify materials, perform precise builds, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high production quality. Strong mechanical aptitude and meticulousness are essential for on-site machining and continuous improvements.