Machine Operator - 2nd 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 2nd shift Service parts MaChine Operator will be expected to pick and prepare products for shipping and storage. This role ensures that orders are fulfilled accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner.  Operator will initiate operations in accordance with customer requirements and monitor performance to optimize production processes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for locating and moving products for storage or shipment using a forklift, reach truck, or tow motor
• Ensure all materials are properly tagged and placed in appropriate designated area
• Responsible for performing inventory transactions and cycle counts using SAP
• Confirming and returning parts to their appropriate location using handheld devices (PDAs)
• 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 and blueprints preferred
• Minimum 1 year experience operating a stand-up, sit-down, or extendable forklift
• Proficiency level using computers and handheld terminal devices
• 1 year experience processing warehouse inventory (including but not limited to accuracy and efficiency in order picking, order packing, and counting inventory quantities)
• SAP experience preferred
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail to prevent errors in orders
• Previous experience in a warehouse setting is preferred but not required
• 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 up to 8 hours at a time.
• Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling, and reaching for extended periods.
• 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.