Polisher - 1st Shift

About the role

This highly motivated individual, as part of the Wash fountain department, will be responsible for grinding and polishing a variety of materials. Assembly and packaging for finished products may also be required. This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and is onsite at our Menomonee Falls, WI location.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in most polishing techniques for relevant materials
• Proficient in equipment set-ups to prepare product for final assembly
• Understand and engage in department metrics
• Proficient in scrap out procedures
• Interpret blueprints
• Responsible for individual production schedule expectations
• Proficient within applicable computer programs and scanning operations
• Proficient in most Standard Operating Procedures for applicable department/cell
• Knowledge of product packaging procedures and labeling
• Complete Industrial Lift Certification (as needed)
• Meet productivity expectations
• Proficient understanding of department specific tools and measuring equipment
• Sustain inventory and parts replenishment system
• Support Continuous Improvement
• Participate in department meetings effectively
• Support new product initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with all team members across departments
• Help 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
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Values (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)

Requirements

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

Skills

• 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

This role is onsite in a manufacturing facility in Menomonee Falls, WI. Scheduled work hours will be communicated by your manager.

• 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

Benefits

• 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

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