Core Process Technician at Bitzer US Inc – Flowery Branch, Georgia

Summary (Position Description): This position is responsible for the teardown, inspection, and evaluation of returned compressors, as well as cleaning and preparing components for reuse or further processing. The role supports the Core Processing Team in maintaining production flow, quality standards, and overall efficiency.

Reports to: Core Process Supervisor

Status: Full time

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM Friday as needed

Duties & Tasks:

Disassemble returned compressors using hand and power tools for detailed inspection.

· Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to and improving upon 5S standards.

· Evaluate internal and external components to determine condition, wear, and failure causes.

· Inspect parts for defects, damage, or contamination and document findings accurately

· Perform basic testing and measurements to assess functionality and performance

· Sort and categorize reusable, repairable, and scrap components

· Clean and prepare compressor parts for further processing or refurbishment

· Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of tools and equipment

· Work efficiently to meet daily production and evaluation targets

· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

· Support overtime production needs as required

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

· Basic understanding of mechanical systems and components (e.g., compressors, motors, and assemblies)

· Knowledge of safety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

· Familiarity with manufacturing or production processes

· Mechanical aptitude with ability to use hand and power tools effectively

· Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

· Self-motivated with a high level of accountability

· Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and standing for extended periods

Requirements:

· Previous production/manufacturing experience a plus but not required.

· Must be able to follow both written and verbal instructions in English.

· Must be able to work well in a small team environment, or equally alone as well.

· Must have experience working with hands and power tools. (Grinders, drills, impact guns, etc.)

· Ability to lift 45 lbs. repetitively as well as be on feet all day.

· Must have a valid GA driver’s license.

· Must be able to employ safe work practices.

Work Environment:

· This job is performed in the assembly/production floor. This role requires the personnel to wear PPE of safety glasses and safety shoes at all times. Hearing protection is required in specific areas.

Physical Demands:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk on the shop floor.

Employee Benefits:

· Medical Insurance (heavily subsidized by the Company)

· Dental Insurance

· Company paid Vision Insurance, $50,000 life insurance and Short and Long-Term Disability

· PTO

· Education Reimbursement (must be approved by manager)

· 401(k) Plan where it matches dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of compensation; 100% vested immediately

· Company Long Term Incentive Plan based on the profitability of the Company; 100% vested after 6 years on a graded scale)

Who We Are:

Bitzer Us Inc. is a leading manufacturer of key components used in commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. These key components include compressors, pressure vessels such as condensers and evaporators, compressor packages, and condensing units. Other products include waste heat-to-power equipment that converts excess heat to low-cost electricity.

You partner with others to get work done while gaining insight into customers' needs and deliver solutions that exceed customer expectations. You create Raving Fans. You set objectives aligning with organization and prioritize accordingly.

Conveniently located in Flowery Branch, Georgia 5 minutes off I-985 The Company is wholly owned by Bitzer SE (located in Germany), the Company is a private company and serves as Bitzer SE’s flagship North American subsidiary. On a global basis, Bitzer SE has 3,900 employees at 72 sites in 38 countries, including 20 production facilities.

Other Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employees are required to follow any job-related instructions and to perform job-related duties requested by management. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This Job Description does not imply an employment contract. BITZER US is an at-will employer.

BITZER US is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.