Precision Joiner Operator – Water Heater Assemblies

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

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.