Material Handler - 1st Shift - 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.​

Bradley Corporation is leading the way in commercial washrooms and safety solutions. Celebrating over 100 years in business, we take pride in all we do as a US Manufacturer. With a culture focused on innovation, quality, and family, you will know your colleagues on a first name basis, all while in a friendly, yet professional environment where your voice matters.

Here’s why you’ll love working here:

• Work within an innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with company match and more

• Come as you are because jeans and t-shirts will be your daily outfit. If you don’t want to think about what to wear each day, uniforms are available after 90 days. Safety Shoe Reimbursement available from the start.

• Generous time off program, with the option to purchase additional Paid Time Off. Twelve paid holidays a year, including a company-wide paid holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.

As a Material Handler, you will inspect, receiving, assembling, packing, loading, and securing both raw materials and finished products for inventory or shipment. You will ensure accurate and efficient material movement, supporting production requirements and delivery of products to customers. Under the guidance of the Manufacturing Supervisor, this position offers the opportunity to work in an environment where you will help ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, and smooth operational flow. This is a first shift opportunity, hours being 5:00 am to 1:30 pm.

You Will:

• Pick and pack products for shipment, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.

• Move materials among value streams and load/unload products from delivery trucks.

• Verify incoming deliveries against purchase orders, maintain inventory accuracy, and use scanning devices for tracking.

• Perform put-away processes, maintain bin locations, and create labels or move tickets as needed.

• Understand various shipping methods, including special packing for SAG accounts and export procedures.

• Maintain replenishment systems (Kanban) and follow docking plate and chocking procedures for safe loading operations.

• Complete industrial lift truck certifications (as needed) and operate forklifts in accordance with safety standards.

• Use the ERP system to guide daily tasks and remain proficient in computer programs relevant to shipping and receiving.

You Have:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1+ years of experience in material handling or a similar role.

• Familiarity with products, crating, and material handling methods.

• 1+ year of forklift experience, with required certifications/licensing for powered industrial vehicles.

• Must be certified/licensed for powered industrial vehicles used in the department and meet all skills training required.  

Before joining our team, you must successfully complete the following pre-employment screenings:

• Background Check: A comprehensive review of educational credentials, criminal records, and social security validation to ensure alignment with company standards and regulations.

• Drug Screen: Testing for controlled substances to maintain a safe and productive work environment.

• Physical Examination: Verification of physical fitness to perform job responsibilities safely.

Completion of these requirements is necessary for finalizing employment offers and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• 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.