Production Worker - 2nd Shift

badgermeter; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Annual pay increases

Health, Vision, and Dental coverage

PTO 15 days + 11 holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

EAP and life insurance

HSA & FSA options

Job summary

Badger Meter in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Production Worker to join our manufacturing team building metering and meter-reading technology products. As a Production Associate, you will work across assembly, molding, testing, and packaging using manual and automated equipment to meet production, quality, and safety standards.

This hands-on role offers variety, cross-training opportunities, and the chance to rotate between departments to support operational needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred but not required.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete internal forklift and hazmat training.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, inspect, and package meter products according to quality and customer specifications.
• Operate manufacturing equipment, including assembly, testing, molding, and machining equipment.
• Follow work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures to meet daily production goals.
• Perform quality checks using visual inspections, gauges, and measurement tools.
• Use computer systems to review schedules, access work instructions, and update production status.
• Load, unload, count, and identify materials and finished products.
• Operate multiple machines or workstations as needed.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment.
• Rotate between departments and production processes to support operational needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift training

Hazmat training

Job description

Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You

At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.

Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.

What You Will Contribute:

Production Worker

Join our manufacturing team and play a critical role in building high-quality metering and meter-reading technology products. As a Production Associate, you'll work across assembly, molding, machining, testing, and packaging operations, utilizing both manual and automated equipment to meet production, quality, and safety standards. This is a hands‑on role that offers variety, cross-training opportunities, and the chance to work in multiple production areas based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, inspect, and package meter products according to quality and customer specifications.


• Operate manufacturing equipment, including assembly, testing, molding, and machining equipment.


• Follow work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures to meet daily production goals.


• Perform quality checks using visual inspections, gauges, and measurement tools.


• Use computer systems to review schedules, access work instructions, and update production status.


• Load, unload, count, and identify materials and finished products.


• Operate multiple machines or workstations as needed.


• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment.


• Rotate between departments and production processes to support operational needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.


• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred but not required.


• Basic computer and math skills.


• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English preferred.


• Ability to successfully complete internal forklift and hazmat training.

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.


• Dependable and safety-focused work ethic.


• Ability to learn new processes and adapt to changing production needs.


• Strong teamwork and communication skills.


• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to completing tasks.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment.


• Frequent standing, walking, and repetitive hand movements.


• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).


• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.


• Requires manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.


• Must be able to pass an audiogram test.

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

• Competitive Pay


• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases


• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage


• 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays


• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!


• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more


• Educational Assistance - Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250


• Voluntary benefits including : Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage


• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal \"EEO is the Law\" poster and the \"EEO is the Law\" poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would