Horizontal Assembler II

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Horizontal Assembler II - 1st shift Indianapolis [onsite]

Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the globe!

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking an experienced Assembler II to join its Horizontal Assembly & Test group.

Why Peerless?

Founded in 1923, Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire, industrial, and municipal applications. With pump installations in 145 countries, Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough, reliable, and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities. From our production facilities in Indianapolis and Houston to our service centers in Lubbock and Fresno, Peerless pumps are designed to protect people and property from fire and to bring water where it’s needed most. Our product quality is second to none, but it’s our people who’ve made us Peerless for over 100 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by attracting, training, and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. With competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on development, growth, and innovation, Peerless employees come seeking a job but stay to build a career.

What is the job about?

The Assembler II is responsible for all activities as it relates to the diagnosis, disassembly, inspection, testing and modification of pumps, pumping equipment and accessories while adhering to corporate standards and departmental goals and objectives. Position reports to, and will take functional direction from, the Area Production Supervisor and will operate daily out of the Indianapolis, IN facility (principally Mon-Fri).

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support.

Your main responsibilities:

Assemble, disassemble, align, adjust, and repair all horizontal and standard pumps.
Checks components prior to assembly for suitability of use.
Mount pumps and other accessories and components to base plates using mechanical fasteners and/or by welding. Must have proof of current welding certification and/or able to be certified.
Make electrical and mechanical connections.
Move material as required.
Perform layout work required for mounting and testing.
Perform operations such as drilling, tapping, fitting, filing, polishing, honing, reaming, countersinking, and adjusting.
Performs welding and acetylene cutting required for mounting or leak repair.
Performs manual and electronic record keeping and information retrieval functions.
Obtain hardware items necessary to complete job or perform test.
Setup, prepare, and perform hydraulic pressure tests and record results.
Provide training and instruction to other employees as required.
Make performance and run test set-ups for pumps, and pumping systems.
Assist in conducting performance and run test, read and record test data as required.
Receive, store, and retrieve material.
Perform work, promote teamwork and communicate in conjunction with
our culture and corporate standards (Safety/Environmental, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Communication, Internal Controls, etc.).
Ability to work in multiple different areas assembly, test, trim and balance operations, not limited to other machining functions.
Capable of adjusting to areas experiencing constraints, including assembly, testing, mounting, and machine operator activities.
Generate inspection reports for RMAs and execute necessary repairs.
Building larger AE and TU/TUT units

Posting, Reporting, and Work Relations

This role will work closely with production supervisor, APU manager, Lead(s), quality, logistics, machine shop, toolroom, paint, shipping, planning, engineering, and safety to meet business needs.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

High School Diploma, GED/HSE/HiSET or equivalent *required
Combination of training, education and experience with further technical education in a related field *preferred
2 years experience in a previous environment working with repair and diagnostic testing and/or industrial pump installation *much preferred

Competencies

Material handling equipment (Lift truck, two wheeled truck, carts, etc.)
Cranes, hoist, screw jacks, hydraulic jacks
Computer (MS Windows, Lab View, Excel, Teams)
Manual, power driven, and pneumatic hand tools, electronic engraver, Power saw, cutoff wheel, grinders, hydraulic press, radial drill, arbor press, Arc Welding, acetylene cutting equipment and threading machine, Precision measuring instruments, gages, meters
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to read and apply mathematics to work from engineering drawings and schematics to determine assembly procedures and problem solve.
Basic understanding of the fundamentals of electricity.
Ability to operate precision instruments and lifting equipment
Mathematics skills including proficiency subtracting, multiplying and dividing for the purpose of calculating material fabrication.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally to understand and use written or verbal control and work instructions,
Ability to analyze and problem solve to resolve various technical and interpersonal issues with collaboration, respect and professionalism.
Able to read and interpret instructions, prints, specification sheets, operation manuals and sheets, charts, tables, etc;
Able to use precision measuring instruments, gages and meters.
Ability to be self-sufficient requiring minimum supervisor support
Self-motivated

Physical and Work Environment

This position requires the incumbent to stand for extended periods of time, frequently grasp tools, stoop, crouch, reach, stand, and walk when performing duties; twist and reach when assembling parts.
Specific vision abilities include close, distance and peripheral vision.
Lifting pumps and/or boxes up to 40 lbs.
Able to work in a non-climate controlled factory or field environment.

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support.

What’s in it for you?

What are your goals? Here at Peerless it’s our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations, both career and personal. You’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employee include:

5 paid holidays;
paid time off for volunteering;
up to 20 paid vacation days a year accrued by date of hire.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.
Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.
Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.

Do you want to learn more?

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Recruiter at bhummel@peerlesspump.com
If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”.

We look forward to hearing from you.

If you would like to dig deeper into the Peerless universe, please visit us and check out why our employees are Peerless. I am PEERLESS!

Peerless participates in E-verify and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.

Peerless needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions at Peerless and Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
 

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