Machinist
About this role
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role
To ensure that all assigned machine shop operations are completed on time and to standard whilst ensuring that all systems are followed and that targets are achieved and in accordance with safe working practicesMain tasks and responsibilities
Manage assigned workload and ensure that any issues regarding on time delivery of assigned tasks are reported accordingly
Ensure that assigned work area is kept clean and tidy in accordance with company improvement initiatives (5s/Lean etc.) and in accordance with health and safety requirements
Consistently work towards the reduction of waste in both time and materials
Use company tools and other equipment as appropriate and take responsibility for daily maintenance of assigned equipment
Regularly informing Supervisor of status of work as completed
Ensure that route cards and associated documentation are completed to standard and in accordance with internal processes
Liaise with other departments (Engineering, Projects, Inspection and QESH) as necessary
Highlight potential/actual problems with drawings & report back to inspection
Work to policies and standard operating procedures in accordance to assembly requirements, having particular regard to the health and safety aspects of the work
Assisting other Production Technicians with workload as required
Participate in shop and departmental audits as required
Participate and actively support company initiatives such as Lean, 5S etc.
Familiar with the environmental aspects and impacts of the activities and processes involved in the role and the procedures, practices and measures to manage the impact.
Familiar with the risks and hazards within the activities and processes of the role and procedures, practices and measures in place to mitigate the risks.
All other duties as relevant to the post
Qualifications/Experience and Knowledge Required:
Apprentice trained and/or
Relevant experience within related industry including knowledge of industry practices & standards
Knowledge of machine shop processes and procedures
Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements including completion of risk assessments and manual handling
Computer skills
Competencies required:
Communication skills
Relationship management skills
Customer service skills
Time management skills
Ability to act independently
Flexibility and ability to adapt to change
Attention to detail
What we offer you
As per local requirements
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
Company at a glance
Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2025, our 13’500 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.6 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN).
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