Assembly Operator I

A.O. Smith; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A. O. Smith is hiring a Final Assembly Operator in Appleton, WI to assemble water softener units on a final line per defined standards.

Shift options include 1st 6am-2:30pm or 2nd 2pm-10:30pm, with a $1/hour differential for 2nd shift and occasional Saturdays for OT. Candidates should follow work instructions and maintain clean, safe workstations while meeting daily targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Able to follow instructions and work accurately.
• Comfort with repetitive manufacturing tasks and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assemble water softener units on final line per work instructions.
• Perform quality checks and report defects promptly.
• Maintain clean, safe workstation and accurate production counts.
• Assist in other assembly areas as needed and follow PPE rules.

Skills

Following written/verbal instructions

Repetitive task handling

Attendance and work ethic

Basic mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

dental insurance, life insurance, tuition assistance

United States, Wisconsin, Appleton

Sep 18, 2026

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 Final Assembly Operator is responsible for assembling complete water softener units on a final assembly line according to established work instructions, quality standards and production requirements.

Looking for either 1st shift 6am-2:30pm or 2nd shift 2pm-10:30pm Monday- Friday. Additional $1 shift differential for working 2nd shift. Occational Saturday if OT is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complete water softener units on a final assembly line including tanks, control valves, resin tanks, plumbing and electrical components
• Follow standard work instructions, visual aids, and assembly specifications to ensure accurate and consistent builds
• Perform visual and functional quality checks throughout the assembly process
• Identify and report defective parts, quality concerns or equipment issues to the Team Lead or Supervisor
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining safety and quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe workstation in accordance with 5S and safety requirements
• Accurately complete production counts and required documentation
• Support cross-training and assist in other assembly or production areas as needed
• Follow all safety policies, work rules and PPE requirements at all times

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Basic mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous assembly or manufacturing experience
• Experience working on an assembly line or in final assembly
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools and basic mechanical assemblies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and frequent bending and reaching.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 20pounds overhead and maneuver various parts weighting up to 50 lbs.

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.

Starting $21.00 After 6 months $22.05 After 1 year $22.80

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.