Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Primary Function

The 1st Shift Machine Operator will be responsible for the manufacturing of water heater components per department standards.  This position serves in the overall function and operation of the heating, plating, and burner department. The operator will cross-train on operations in each department and follow quality and safety standards.  Operator will use measurement tools, work instructions, and production schedule to meet daily production needs and customer requirements along with monitoring performance to optimize production processes.

Responsibilities

• Performing quality checks for any leakage and ensuring resistance, automated welds and angle cuts meets product specifications
• Measuring product quantities using measurement instruments including calipers, scales, micrometers, angle finders, and resistance checker
• Monitoring the performance of equipment, gauges, and charts in department area
• Following work instructions when performing machine changeovers as necessary
• Moving and pulling finished goods to appropriate designated areas using a pallet jack
• Performing general housekeeping to ensure work area is kept clean and organized
• Complying with all safety guidelines and protocols to create a safe working environment
• Assisting and training new team members on the operation process and equipment usage

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with other team members
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and production specifications
• Basic computer skills for accessing SAP and locating blueprints
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required

Physical demands

• Must have physical stamina to work in industrial production setting with repetitive movement for entire scheduled shift (8-12 hours).
• Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, standing pushing, pulling, and reaching for extended periods.
• Must be able to do visual inspections and listen to equipment for malfunctions/changes in pitch which can indicate a problem.
• Continuous periods of walking, sitting, and standing
• Must be able to lift and/or move heavy objects up to 50lbs unassisted, and perform physical tasks associated with the role

Education

Physical Requirements

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefit plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

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ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.