Test Fitter

at  Celeros Flow Technology

For over 140 years our products have helped ensure the safe, reliable operations of key industries. With a passion for precision and partnership, Celeros Flow Technology continues this heritage of high performance and dependability, providing mission critical, sustainable flow control solutions for our customers around the globe.
Celeros Flow Technology is looking for individuals with a voice and a vision. We embrace change, diversity and promote new ways of looking at old ideas. We seek talented professionals to join our world-class team of innovators in a global, collaborative & multi-cultural environment, where you will be challenged, supported, and inspired to be extraordinary.

GENERAL SUMMARY

As a member of the test team the role of the Test Fitter involves working on pumps for Original Equipment [OE] and Aftermarket (AM) orders. This role will include all aspects of the pump testing cycle including installation, commissioning, testing and dismantling. Assisting with continuous improvement activities in the test areas to improve safety, workflow and drive down operational costs.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Time served Mechanical Fitter with at least 3 years relevant experience preferably in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Should have a challenging attitude and safety mindset to manage risks within the test environment.
• Experience with rotating equipment and laser alignment would be advantageous.
• Have an understanding and experience of lean manufacturing techniques.
• Demonstratable experience of working within a team to execute tasks in a timely manner to achieve goals under tight timeframes.
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbally.
• Must be able to undertake National Security Vetting and obtain security clearance up to SC level.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• Installation of pumps for testing including their ancillary equipment where applicable. This involves setting out and securing temporary foundations, pipework installation and rotor alignment. Connecting services to support lubrication and cooling where required.
• Participating in operational tests by controlling various aspects of the test parameters such as temperatures and pressures within acceptable limits.
• Highlight any non-conformances which are identified through the appropriate channels and in a timely manner. Work with others to ensure that issues are resolved.
• Breakdown temporary test arrangements and store equipment away as per departmental procedures.
• Responsible for your own quality of work, self-inspection and completion of paperwork and applicable checklists are required.
• Perform maintenance activities on test department equipment as required to ensure maximum reliability and availability of equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to assist the company in its efforts to improve safety, drive down costs and increase productivity.
• Work in other assembly areas when required.
• Work with managers and other test department personnel to implement the company’s policies and goals.
• Ensure that health, safety and environmental guidelines are followed.
• Provide on-going support and training to peers and apprentices as required.
• Be available to undertake further training (internal & external) if required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required daily to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are required to perform computer work)
• Required occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Required daily to use hands and fingers and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone)
• Required occasionally to lift and/or move objects that are light to moderate
• Required occasionally to travel (usually by air or road so may be required to sit for extended periods

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work with moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, etc.)
• Ability to work in an open planned office / individual office
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods
• Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended period