Repair mechanic & Balancer - Etobicoke ON

About the position

The repair mechanic & balancer is responsible for manual repair operations, reassembly, and dynamic balancing of centrifuge equipment & assemblies. The mechanic performs precision mechanical work on rotating equipment and ensures that repaired components meet defined dimensional, quality, and balancing requirements NOTE: The candidate for this role will train in the USA for two Months. They must be able to travel to the USA upon hire.

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Assembly and fitting of new and used centrifuge bowls assemblies
• Repairs, modifies and manufactures parts using hand tools or metal working machines such as manual milling machines or drill presses and fits them to the assembly.
• Grinds parts to correct surface imperfections, remove burrs or blend weld seams. Polishes parts used in critical pharmaceutical or biotechnology processes to required surface finish per drawing. Measures and documents surface finishes on parts.
• Balancing of new or used centrifuge rotating assemblies as described in technical documents such as drawings, technical bulletins or written instructions.
• Performs safety run on bowls as required
• Checks the correct functioning of the bowl’s hydraulic system.
• Disassembles and re-assembles bowl assemblies and checks repeatability of balance values.
• Reviews and completes required documentation and administrative paperwork in a timely manner.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment. Follows all applicable QHSE rules and regulatory requirements
• Fulfills additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED – good foundation in math, physics and mechanical properties
• Technical or Vocational training
• Associate Degree in mechanical Engineering or industrial maintenance (optional but beneficial)

Your profile and qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge and experience.
• Mechanical trade, machining, maintenance, or equivalent technical background.
• Experience working with rotating industrial equipment is strongly preferred.
• Experience with dynamic balancing of rotating units is preferred.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Reading technical manuals and blueprints
• Diagnostics and Troubleshooting – Identifying mechanical, and vibrational related issues.
• Disassembly & Reassembly – Properly dismantling, inspecting and reassembling mechanical components.
• Being familiarized with the Metric system and being able to handle several conventional high precision measuring devices.
• Good technical communicational skills (spoken and written).
• Experience using electronic devices such as measuring arms, computers and Microsoft office tools.
• Safety awareness

About GEA

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Why join GEA

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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