Brazer – 1st Shift M -F 6AM – 2:30 PM

jci; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation, holidays & sick time

Medical dental vision 401(k)

On-the-job training

Safety-first culture (Zero Harm)

Career growth opportunities

Support for National Guard/Reserve

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Largo, Florida is seeking a skilled Brazer to join our manufacturing team. You will perform brazing and testing of copper components and refrigerant systems, ensuring leak-free joints and product quality.

The position requires reading blueprints, following SOPs, maintaining a clean 5S workspace, and collaborating across teams. Overtime and weekend work may be required to meet production goals, with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Craft apprenticeship or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.
• Minimum 6 months in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform brazing on copper components using a gas torch.
• Read blueprints and shop orders to guide assembly.
• Inspect joints and conduct first-article inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organized 5S workspace.
• Follow safety procedures and SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Craft apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shift Availability, Pay, & Bonus

We are currently hiring 1st Shift. Available schedules include:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Monday – Friday + Saturday OT as needed

• Pay: $19.18
• Quarterly Bonus: Eligible for up to 5% of salary earned each quarter based on performance and business results
• Overtime Pay: Available based on production needs (including Saturday as needed)

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• On-the-job training and cross-training opportunities
• A collaborative, safety-first culture with a Zero Harm mindset
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Additional benefits and support for National Guard and Reserve members during periods of activation

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a skilled hands-on technician with strong attention to detail and a passion for precision work? Join us as a Brazer at our Largo, Florida facility and play a critical role in the production of high-quality HVAC equipment.

In this role, you will perform brazing and testing operations to ensure the integrity of copper components and refrigerant systems, contributing directly to product quality and performance.

Basic Function

Performs brazing operations to join metal components (primarily copper) using filler materials, ensuring strong, leak-free connections that meet quality standards and production requirements.

What you will do

• Perform brazing operations using a gas torch on copper components
• Join coils, headers, and valve pack materials following detailed instructions
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and shop orders
• Inspect brazed joints and perform first-article inspections to ensure quality standards
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace (5S)
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE usage, SOPs, and JSAs
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other departments to meet production goals
• Communicate effectively regarding safety, quality, process, or equipment issues
• Support continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies and problem-solving opportunities
• Use computer systems (ERP, Microsoft Office) to track production and inventory
• Support overtime, cross-training, and movement between departments as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

How you will do it

• Follow standardized brazing procedures and manufacturing processes
• Apply proper techniques to ensure strong, clean, and leak-free joints
• Operate within established SOPs and safety protocols
• Maintain focus on safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate flexibility to support training, overtime, and production demands
• Work collaboratively with team members and leadership to achieve operational goals

What we look for

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of a craft apprenticeship or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety documents, and technical instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to complete JCI Brazer training within 30 days of hire

Preferred:

• Prior brazing, soldering, or welding experience
• Military experience or technical training in the armed forces

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee is regularly exposed to a manufacturing environment, including noise, dust, non-toxic fumes, heat from equipment, and moving machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in a noisy, dusty, industrial environment with exposure to heat and non-toxic fumes
• Ability to work with machinery, moving parts, cranes, and vehicles
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, with ladders or scaffolding
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving hands, wrists, and arms
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods on hard surfaces
• Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, climb, and reach overhead
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Ability to work overtime as required

HIRING HOURLY RANGE

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19.18 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.