Company Description:
For over 80 years, Puffer-Sweiven has set the standard in equipment and services for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff to implement the needed process solutions — with the goal of exceeding customer expectations. Our dedication brings the most advanced products and services to our customers throughout the Central and Gulf Coast regions of Texas.
Specialties:
As an Emerson Impact Partner, we offer a broad base of superior solutions including the top product lines for a given application. Our specialties at Puffer-Sweiven include:
- Process Control & Safety Systems
- Control Valves & Regulators
- Isolation Valves & Actuation
- Oil & Gas Automation
- Reliability Solutions & Services
- Pressure Management
- Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment
- Instrumentation
- Maintenance & Repair Services
Duties and Responsibilities
- Work closely with PM Inspectors, Technicians and Evaluation personnel to identify parts required for Pressure Relief Valve repairs and overhauls.
- Review inspection reports, evaluation findings, OEM documentation, and historical repair records to accurately Identify and assign the correct Puffer internal part numbers (PSI) for all required repair components.
- Update material requirements for repair orders within the ERP system.
- Source Pressure Relief Valve repair parts through internal inventory, approved suppliers, OEM manufacturers, and third-party vendors.
- Obtain supplier quotations, pricing, lead times, and availability for required components as required to support the creation of the Advised Costs Reports.
- Develop and maintain expertise across major Pressure Relief Valve manufacturers and product lines.
- Maintain and Update the Bill Of Material Parts Tool to reflect the correct, current PSI numbers for the specified parts.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Knowledge
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- In-depth knowledge of Pressure Relief Valve repair components, construction, and maintenance practices.
- Working knowledge of major Pressure Relief Valve OEM product lines including, but not limited to Consolidated, Crosby, Farris, Anderson Greenwood and other industry-standard manufacturers.
- Knowledge of material sourcing, procurement processes, inventory control, and ERP systems.
Experience/Skills
- Minimum of three (3) years of direct experience working with Pressure Relief Valves and their components.
- Demonstrated experience identifying valve repair components across multiple OEM brands and models.
- Experience sourcing industrial repair parts through OEM and third-party suppliers.
- Experience working within ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar enterprise resource planning platforms.
- Ability to interpret OEM drawings, parts breakdowns, bills of material, and repair documentation.
- Experience supporting repair operations within an industrial valve service, maintenance, or manufacturing environment preferred.
COMPETENCIES
- Strong technical knowledge of Pressure Relief Valve components and repair requirements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across multiple departments.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and material management processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced service environment.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative team-oriented approach.
- Customer-focused mindset with a strong sense of urgency regarding production schedules and delivery commitments.
