MGH-Joiner Machine Operator

Rheem Manufacturing Company; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheem Manufacturing Company in Montgomery, AL seeks a Joiner Machine Operator for the Water Heater division. The role involves operating a forming press to join components, reading blueprints, and maintaining quality standards on the assembly line.

You will load/unload parts, measure with rulers and scales, and assist with minor maintenance and changeovers. A high school diploma or GED is required, with basic mechanical aptitude and safety awareness essential for this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Requires basic mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret drawings.
• Familiarity with measurement instruments (ruler, scale, tape) and arithmetic.
• Ability to lift items as described (5–60 lbs) and work from instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper operation of a joining/forming press for arrestor plate and damper pan to the skirt.
• Use measuring devices and record fractional and decimal equivalents.
• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions using fractional/decimal measurements.
• Load parts and unload assembled chambers manually.
• Operate a portable tilter to move bins of parts into position.
• Perform changeovers and minor equipment adjustments when needed.
• Assist maintenance with minor repairs and support major repairs.
• Follow safety requirements and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Measurement with fractions

Manual handling

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Ruler

Scale

Tape measure

Job description

The Joiner Machine Operator will serve our Water Heater Division, located in Montgomery, AL

Responsibilities

• Will be required to ensure proper operation of a forming press that joins the arrestor plate and damper pan to the skirt.
• Will be required to use measuring devices and record fractional and decimal equivalents.
• As assigned, required to discern out of tolerance conditions using fractional and decimal equivalents.
• Will be required to manually load parts and unload assembled chambers.
• Required to operate a portable tilter to move bins of parts into position.
• Will be required to perform changeovers and make minor adjustments to equipment as needed.
• Will be required to make minor repairs and assist maintenance with major repairs to equipment.
• As assigned, may be required to perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Will be required to maintain quality standards established for the process.
• Must be able to work from written or verbal instructions.
• Must observe all departmental safety requirements.
• May be exposed to high noise levels, fumes and airborne particles
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Basic mechanical aptitude. Ability to; add, subtract, divide, and multiply whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Use and application of measurement instruments, including ruler, scale, and tape.
• Experience or training in the interpretation of blueprints and/or manufacturing drawings.
• Continuous lifting of 5-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting of 25-60 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of 60+ lbs.
• Frequent strain due to position and unsupported lifting.