Machinist - 1st Shift

Scope of Position

The Machinist supports the manufacturing team by assisting with CNC program adjustments, machine setup, and basic troubleshooting to ensure efficient production. This role focuses on learning core machining skills, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in a collaborative, safety-driven environment. This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Menomonee Falls WI.

Primary Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in making minor modifications to CNC programs under guidance to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
• Support machine setups and operate CNC and manual equipment, ensuring smooth transitions between jobs.
• Help identify and report machining or equipment issues, escalating complex problems to senior machinists.
• Participate in team efforts to improve processes, reduce cycle times, and enhance safety practices.
• Engage in learning opportunities and share basic knowledge with peers to promote best practices.
• Perform part inspections using precision measuring tools to confirm compliance with quality standards
• Work with engineering and quality teams to address minor design or manufacturability concerns.
• Maintain accurate records of setups and tooling changes while following all safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist in monitoring machine performance and support preventive maintenance activities.
• Help organize tasks within the machining cell and contribute to meeting production goals.
• Collaborate effectively with all team members across departments.
• Helps support other department functions as needed.
• Help create and maintain a positive work environment.
• Understand and abide by all company safety policies.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Manufacturing Supervisor or Company management.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ years of machining experience working with lathes and mills, or equivalent education.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company's location in Menomonee Falls, WI. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

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