Urethane Technician at KSB GIW Inc. – Mulberry, Florida

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

Urethane Technician

KSB SupremeServ by KSB GIW, Inc.

Department: Service
Reports to: Service Center Manager
Location: Mulberry, Florida
Shift: 1st

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

OVERVIEW: The Urethane Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of the urethane pouring machine, curing oven, and burn-off oven. This position includes cleaning, preparing, molding, and de-molding various urethane-line components in compliance with Service Center ISO procedures. The Urethane Technician ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards to support on-time delivery and the overall success of the Service Center.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute all work in accordance with KSB GIW, Inc. policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Health and Safety legislation and company policy.
• Retrieve, prepare, and process components for urethane burn-off, selecting and programming appropriate burn-off cycles.
• Prepare components for urethane pouring, ensuring all surface preparations meet KSB GIW, Inc requirements.
• Assemble and install molds for various urethane applications; perform pre-heating processes as required.
• Accurately calculate resin-to-curative ratios and select proper pouring cycles based on company procedures.
• Pour and cure urethane materials, then de-mold and inspect finished components for quality compliance.
• Conduct visual inspections and hardness testing to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Use ERP systems to generate work-in-progress reports, compile job packages, and confirm routing steps.
• Collaborate with internal work centers and personnel to verify scopes, mold designs, and costing.
• Assist in expediting repair turnaround to achieve on-time delivery.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and equipment maintenance standards.
• Assist and train team members as required.
• Ensure adherence to all quality standards, safety policies, and environmental regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Journeyman certification from prior employment is a plus.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an industrial applications role; experience with pump components, coatings, or molding preferred.
• General mechanical aptitude and ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Experience interpreting blueprints, drawings, and both metric and imperial measurements.
• Competence with SAP, C4S, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Forklift and crane operation experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, safety focus, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production schedules.
• Must be willing to work overtime and pursue ongoing training as needed.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Operation and maintenance of urethane pouring and curing equipment.
• Use of precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to program and select proper process cycles.
• Understanding of resin/curative chemistry and ratio calculations.
• Proficient in SAP and C4S data entry and reporting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in extreme temperature conditions for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. (Thomson & Florida) or 50 lbs. (Canada).
• Frequent squatting, pulling, kneeling, pushing, and bending may be required.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

KSB Supreme SERV by KSB GIW, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB SupremeServ by KSB GIW, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.