Control Valves Assembly Technician

Job description

Responsibilities: Assemble control valves, actuators, and accessories according to engineering drawings, manufacturing procedures, and quality standards. Interpret and follow technical drawings, manuals, work instructions, and history cards accurately. Perform mechanical, pneumatic, hydrostatic, and functional testing of valves and actuators per applicable standards. Install and verify nameplates, tags, and identification markings for traceability. Complete and maintain production documentation, including valve test records, assembly checklists, and inspection reports. Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) during customer and internal inspections. Conduct basic and tack welding on brackets, support plates, tags, and accessories as needed. Visually inspect welds and report defects for corrective action. Maintain work areas following 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles. Keep tools, fixtures, welding equipment, and machinery safe and operational. Assist preventive maintenance and coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams. Follow all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) requirements and use personal protective equipment. Participate in toolbox talks, safety observations, risk assessments, and safety audits. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance quality, productivity, and efficiency. Collaborate with quality, manufacturing engineering, planning, and production teams to resolve issues. Provide technical guidance and on‑the‑job training to junior technicians and apprentices. Support special testing and customized assembly for non‑standard valve configurations. Perform fugitive emission testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Operate hydrostatic testing equipment and related systems. Support operational needs across multiple product lines and assembly areas.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability
• strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence
• effective teamwork within cross‑functional groups
• clear communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors
• proactive identification of improvement opportunities and support for continuous improvement initiatives
• ownership of responsibilities and consistent delivery of high‑quality work
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related technical discipline
• minimum 3 years hands‑on experience in valve assembly and testing
• solid understanding of valve assembly, testing, and troubleshooting processes
• ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• fluency in English, written and spoken
• good communication and teamwork skills
• knowledge of manufacturing safety requirements and quality procedures
• experience operating valve testing systems and equipment
• experience within control valve manufacturing environments
• familiarity with ValveLink software for diagnostics and calibration
• experience with hydrostatic and functional testing equipment
• knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies
• welding experience and basic weld inspection practices
• experience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities.

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