Assembler II - Watts Water Technologies Inc

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Assemble components using assembly machinery or jigs and fixtures

Positions parts according to knowledge of unit being assembled or following blueprints
Fastens parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or other fasteners

Removes small quantities of metal/ plastic with hand files and scrapers to produce close fit between parts

Product will be tested in accordance with test procedure

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Perform production according to process standard work
• Follow prescribed A.T.I.’s (Assemble test instructions) in order to maintain excellent quality standards
• Completion of recaps, production records, and quality control documents.
• Routine Housekeeping – 5-S activities
• Continuous repetitive assembling of parts and/or sub parts
• Maintain a safe work environment and assist in development of Safety SOPs, Job Hazard Analysis, and Ergonomic Improvements
• Assembly a product according to dimensional, functional, and cosmetic specifications.
• Assembly number of products according to customer demand and process capacities.
• Participate in Daily Management reviews. The Operator will perform according to daily safety, quality, and production goals, fill proper daily management charts, and report results according to daily management standards 
• Daily report production problems to his or her supervisor and participate in root cause solutions of these problems
• Train and coach new people according to Standard Operational Procedures
• Participate in kaizen/process improvements
• Perform other related duties as assigned by his/her Supervisor

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent

MANAGEMENT:

This position has no direct reports

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 months previous assembly experience required
• Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences
  Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 1O's and 1OO's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

*Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

*WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment 

Watts in it for you:

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.