Repair mechanic & Balancer - Etobicoke

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.

• 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.

• 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)

• 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

GEA is one of the largest suppliers of process technology for the food industry and a wide range of other industries. The international technology group focuses on process technology and components for sophisticated production processes in various end-user markets.