Company Overview:
If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you're searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve's position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!
Role Summary
Flowserve's Baton Rouge Pump Repair Center is seeking an experienced
Manual Machinist to support the repair, overhaul, and restoration of critical rotating equipment used across industrial, energy, chemical, and manufacturing environments.
This is not a traditional production machining role. As the dedicated machinist supporting second-shift operations, you will machine, modify, and repair precision components used in pumps, compressors, and other rotating equipment. You'll work independently while collaborating closely with mechanics, assembly technicians, and operations personnel to deliver high-quality repairs that keep customer equipment operating safely and reliably.
We are looking for individuals who enjoy solving mechanical challenges, working on a variety of equipment, and taking ownership of their work from setup through final inspection.
What You'll Be Working On
Machining and repair support for:
- BBx Pumps
- OHx Pumps
- Vertical Pumps
- Small Compressors
- Rotating Equipment
- Industrial Pump Components
- Custom Repair Parts and Components
Candidates with experience supporting repair shops, rotating equipment service centers, industrial maintenance operations, refineries, petrochemical facilities, power generation, or manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and related machine shop equipment.
- Manufacture, modify, and repair precision components used in pump and rotating equipment repair.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and geometric tolerances (GD&T).
- Utilize precision measuring instruments including:
- Micrometers
- Calipers
- Dial Indicators
- Bore Gauges
- Depth Gauges
- Verify dimensions and tolerances to ensure compliance with customer and engineering specifications.
- Collaborate with repair mechanics and technicians to support equipment restoration projects.
- Troubleshoot machining challenges and recommend repair solutions when needed.
- Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and operational processes.
- Maintain accurate documentation and inspection records.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of machining experience in a manufacturing, repair, maintenance, or industrial environment.
- Experience operating manual lathes and milling machines.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Experience using precision measuring instruments and maintaining close tolerances.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage workload in a fast-paced repair environment.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and craftsmanship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting rotating equipment repair operations.
- Experience with pump repair, compressor repair, or industrial equipment refurbishment.
- CNC machining experience, including exposure to CNC lathes, CNC mills, machine programming fundamentals, or CNC setup and operation.
- Familiarity with GD&T and precision inspection processes.
- Military mechanical experience.
- Industrial maintenance, refinery, petrochemical, or power generation experience.
- High School Diploma or GED.
Why Join Flowserve?
- $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Competitive compensation
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Day One Medical Benefits
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Industry-Leading Safety Culture
- Diverse and Challenging Repair Projects
- Opportunity to Work on Critical Industrial Equipment
- High-Autonomy Role with Significant Technical Responsibility
What Makes This Opportunity Unique?
Unlike many machining positions that focus on repetitive production work, this role offers the opportunity to solve complex repair challenges, support a wide variety of rotating equipment, and play a critical role in restoring customer assets to service. You'll have the autonomy to apply your machining expertise while working alongside a skilled team in one of Flowserve's premier repair facilities.
Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.
Req ID : R-19280
Job Family Group : Operations
Job Family : OP Machining
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