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WATTS Fabrication Machine Operator in St Pauls, North Carolina
We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
What we do:
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
As the Fabrication Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating sheet metal machines such as shears, saws, drills, press brakes, punch presses, water jets, plasma tables, and other tools to cut, bend, punch, and shape metal stock into components that meet production specifications. You will work under the guidance of the Production Supervisor to ensure quality and efficiency in every step of the process.
You Will:
Operate sheet metal equipment following established procedures.
Load and unload parts using cranes.
Perform tool changes as per standard operating procedures.
Follow blueprints and job orders to shape and form metal stock.
Set up sheet metal machines, process workpieces, and inspect them for accuracy using standard methods.
Shape production pieces to specific configurations, holding close dimensions on finished parts.
Use gauges and measuring equipment to meet tight tolerances.
You Have:
High school diploma or equivalent.
2+ years of experience in sheet metal equipment operations.
Basic understanding of sheet metal machine operations, practices, and processes.
Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform precise bends and cuts.
Ability to interpret blueprints and produce parts to exact specifications.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
Watts in it for you :
Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.
Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/
How we work:
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.