Assembler - 1st Shift

Davita Inc.; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Watts is seeking an Assembler to join their team in a mission-driven role focused on building innovative water solutions. You will be involved in assembling parts, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring high-quality standards while supporting a collaborative work environment. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Competitive compensation based on skills

Family building benefits, including leave

10 paid holidays and PTO

Professional development opportunities

Fitness reimbursements

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of general assembly experience.
• Ability to learn and apply assembly techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical units and components.
• Perform inspections and adhere to quality standards.
• Maintain production schedules and handle materials.

Skills

Assembly techniques

Blueprint interpretation

Quality assurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Courses in Industrial Technology

Job description

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

As an Assembler, you will build mechanical units, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies following standardized processes. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will handle component connections, packaging, labeling, and material movement. This is a 1st shift opportunity from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM.*

*1st shift hours will be changing on 7/7/2025 to 6:30 am to 3:00 pm

You Will:

• Align material and assemble parts into more complex units.

• Interpret blueprint specifications and perform first piece inspections.

• Understand product packaging procedures and labeling, ensuring quality standards are met.

• Engage with department metrics and support new product initiatives.

• Execute scrap-out procedures and maintain personal production schedules.

• Use applicable computer programs and scanning operations.

• Complete Industrial Lift Certification as needed and meet/exceed productivity expectations.

• Operate and maintain department-specific tools and measuring equipment.

• Solder plumbing assemblies for shower units.

• Sustain inventory and parts replenishment systems.

You Have:

• High school diploma or GED.

• Courses in Industrial Technology (preferred).

• At least 1 year of general assembly experience.

• Ability to learn and apply assembly techniques and procedures.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.The employee is frequently required to sit.The employee is required to stand for the majority of the shift; use hands and arms to handle, feel and reach.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• 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
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• 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
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.