2nd or 3rd Shift Assembler-Valves

A. O. Smith Corporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A. O. Smith Corporation in Appleton, WI is seeking a Valve Programmer to assemble and program water softener and filter control valves according to BOMs. You will download configurations, RF scan, and handle multiple tasks safely while maintaining quality. Strong teamwork and basic computer skills are required.

Training is on second shift (4x10s: 12:30 pm–11 pm) with potential flexible start times after 30 days, including 2–10 pm, or other shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and on a team.
• Minimum 6 months related experience.

Responsibilities

• Reading Bill of Materials.
• Picking parts from multiple locations.
• Assembling components.
• Download programs.
• Inventory control.
• Cleanup of production.
• Quality control.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer basics

Teamwork

6 months exp

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Date: Jul 28, 2026

Location(s): Appleton, WI, US, 54914

Company: A. O. Smith Corporation

Business Unit: NAWT

Workplace Setting: Onsite

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 Valve Programmer’s primary duties include assembling and programming water softener and filter control valves. The role requires working from a bill of materials, performing computer tasks such as downloading valve configuration files and RF scanning, and completing work accurately and efficiently. Employees must think quickly, identify issues, and safely manage multiple tasks.

Schedule

Training: 2nd shift Monday - Thu - 4X10 12:30pm-11pm. After min of 30 days training, flexible with arranged start time after 2pm. Ideal 2-10pm, but could also work 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Reading Bill of Materials
• Picking parts from multiple locations
• Assembling components
• Download programs
• Inventory control
• Cleanup of production
• Quality control
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Minimum 6 months related experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

We Offer

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

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.

Nearest Major Market

Appleton

Nearest Secondary Market

Oshkosh

Job Segment

QC, Programmer, RF, Water Treatment, Wastewater, Quality, Technology, Science, Engineering