Manufacturing Technician - Assembly

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician (Assembly) at John Crane in Morton Grove is responsible for assembling and testing dry gas seals, maintaining accurate records, and troubleshooting issues to ensure safe, efficient operations.

• Update incoming seal’s record.
• Clean the seal components.
• Maintain test cell sub-components data and storage location.
• Perform all aspects of necessary duties (e.g., proper usage of hand and power tools) required to assemble the dry gas seals safely into the test cell.
• Troubleshoot problems associated with seal assembly.
• Prepare, organize & maintain documentation as required for test cell assembly.
• Maintain high productivity, as determined by the supervisor, in all aspects of the job.
• Complete weekly 5S audits and actions.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities within the area.
• Train other technicians when required.
• Participate in daily SPQCD meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor / manager.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 2‑3 years of experience in Oil & Gas or rotating equipment industry.
• Ability to read technical drawings is essential.
• Experience with fine measurements is preferred.
• Assembly / Test experience in Gas Seals is an advantage.
• Good IT skills – MS Office.
• Good understanding of Continuous Improvement and associated tools.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics.