Assembler II (1st)-3

About the role

At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company — we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled customers to optimize water delivery and use, maximize revenue, and reduce waste. Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success, contributing to a more sustainable future through purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts according to specified Work Instructions and/or Drawings, completing critical component assemblies.
• Rotate throughout the facility to perform a variety of assembly tasks as required.
• Use hand, battery, electric, and pneumatic powered tools to complete assemblies.
• Use circular saws and deburring tools to complete modified assemblies (Utility and Flow only).
• Use laser etcher, dot peen etcher, and engraver to complete modified assemblies to customer specifications (Utility and Flow only).
• Calibrate gas to test sensors (Analytical Technologies only).
• Use basic printing programs to complete customer orders and make adjustments as needed.
• Use the Production system to record day-to-day customer order activity, view work instructions, and report completed work.
• Navigate basic LX screens to identify inventory requirements and status, and utilize the system to make adjustments.
• Take initiative to ensure priority items are completed and seek additional information from leads or supervisors when needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Train others in the department.
• Perform basic 5S and Lean concepts to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workplace.

Requirements

• High School Degree/GED preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in assembly/manufacturing desired.

Qualifications

• Understand gluing and centering to specific tolerances across multiple areas/products.
• If applicable, ability to use function generators and multimeter test equipment.
• Basic proficiency with computers, including an ERP system and Microsoft Office.

Competencies

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups; listen actively to others.
• Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
• Work Standards: Set high standards of performance for self and others; assume responsibility and accountability for completing assignments; self-impose standards of excellence.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment.
• Depending on the assigned department, must be able to lift up to 60 pounds and complete an audiogram test.
• Those working in the Aerospace department must pass Vision, Color Vision, and Depth perception tests.
• Requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with annual bonus eligibility and annual pay increases.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage.
• 15 days Paid Time Off plus 11 Paid Holidays.
• Two Ways to Save for Retirement:
  • Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of eligible compensation.
  • Company contributes 5% of eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account annually.
• Access to a certified financial planner at no cost.
• Employer-paid benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability.
• Educational Assistance — Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.
• Voluntary benefits including Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.