Rotating Machinery Lubrication Operator
Sannazzaro de' Burgondi, Italy
Full-time
Founded in 1917, John Crane is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and engineering of mission critical flow control solutions for increased efficiency, emission reductions and energy transformation. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems and predictive digital monitoring technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 global sites in over 50 countries employing more than 6,000 employees worldwide. We partner with our customers and help them meet the latest environmental standards and keep their operations safe and controlled.
John Crane is part of Smiths Group, For over 170 years, Smiths has been improving our world through smarter engineering. Our technology benefits millions of people every day – making travel safer, supporting sustainable energy transition, efficiently heating, cooling our homes, and helping our world stay connected.
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Job Description
The individual will be part of a team dedicated to the lubrication of rotating machinery, with the goal of ensuring optimal operation of refinery equipment according to the preventive maintenance plan defined by the Client. Additional assigned tasks will include vibration measurements on rotating machines and checklist completion. The work location will be at the Client’s facilities.
Main Responsibilities
* Perform lubrication and greasing activities on machine trains (pump, coupling, motor, gearbox)
* Replace oil in bearings, housings, and tanks following technical procedures
* Check the condition of oil circuits and filters, perform cleaning and flushing
* Collect and manage used lubricant in compliance with environmental regulations
* Fill out technical post-intervention reports detailing activities performed, quantity of lubricant used, and any anomalies found
* Operate in compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
* Measure vibrations on rotating machines using appropriate instruments
Qualifications
* Technical diploma (mechanical or similar)
* ≥ 1 year of hands-on experience in industrial lubrication
* Knowledge of oils, greases, and automatic lubricators
* Ability to use pressure greasers, grease meters, and equipment for lubricant collection and management
* Willingness to work in the field, in complex industrial environments
Preferred Skills
* Basic knowledge of condition monitoring and vibration analysis
* Familiarity with technical reporting and maintenance KPIs
* Training for working in confined spaces will be considered a plus
What We Offer
* Placement in a highly qualified technical team
* Continuous training and certification opportunities
* Dynamic and technologically advanced environment
* Career growth opportunities in the maintenance field