Seal Repair Technician (Assembly) Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Company DescriptionJohn Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. Job DescriptionJoin a global leader in mechanical solutions as a Seal Repair Technician, where you’ll be hands-on in disassembling, inspecting, and reassembling high-performance rotating equipment. This role is ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude who thrives in a precision-driven, quality-focused repair environment. You’ll play a key part in extending the life of critical equipment used across industries.

Inspect and evaluate returned parts to determine repair needsClean all components thoroughly according to departmental proceduresReassemble seals once all parts are repaired, replaced, or approved for assemblyPerform basic machining tasks using equipment like drill press, bead blaster, grinder, and lapping machineUse precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, optical flats) to verify part specificationsReview and confirm that bills of materials, drawings, and replacement parts align with repair requirementsWork with Engineering or Sales teams to resolve technical questions as neededMaintain accurate repair records and manage a small inventory of commonly used seal partsFollow work orders, prints, and verbal instructions to complete repairsSupport less-experienced team members when neededSet up and troubleshoot lapping machines as part of the repair processOccasionally contact customers regarding repair status or pricing; may assist with basic system checks or purchase orders if outside vendors are involvedQualifications High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience in mechanical assembly positionsExperience with mechanical seals is a plusAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. 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. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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