Assembler ll (1st Shift)

Why Badger Meter?
 

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource.  For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient.  Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!

Here at Badger Meter, we believe that our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values, where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences, encourages innovation, and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.  

We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas, which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the world’s most precious resource. 
 

What You Will Contribute:
 

Are you a skilled assembler looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your talents and contribute to a thriving company? At Badger Meter, we are on the lookout for dedicated and detail-oriented individuals to join our dynamic team as an Assembler II. If you have a passion for precision, a keen eye for detail, and a drive to excel, this is the perfect role for you!

This will be a first shift (7am-3:30pm M-F) role at our clean, air-conditioned facility in Racine.

The Assembler II is responsible for assembling parts according to specified Work Instructions and/or Drawings and exhibits the ability to effectively complete critical component assemblies. This position may be required to rotate throughout the facility in a variety of assembly tasks.

Job Duties:

• Use basic Hand, battery, electric and pneumatic powered tools to complete assemblies.  

• Use circular saws, deburring tools to complete modified assemblies.  (Utility and Flow Only)  

• Use laser etcher, dot peen etcher and engraver to complete modified assemblies to customer specifications. (Utility and Flow Only)  

• Calibrate gas to test sensors. (Analytical Technologies Only)  

• Use basic printing programs to complete customer orders when required for a specific job and make adjustments when needed on your own.  

• Use Production system to record day-to-day customer order activity, view work instructions and report completed work.  

• Navigate through basic LX screens to identify Inventory requirements and status as needed and utilize system as required to make adjustments.  

• Take initiative to ensure priority items are completed and when needed seek out additional information from lead or Supervisor.  

• Participate and Contribute to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost continuous improvement efforts.  

• Train others in the department.  

• Perform basic 5S and Lean concepts to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient workplace  

Education and Experience:

• High School Degree/GED Preferred

• 3+ years of experience in assembly/manufacturing desired

Qualifications:

• Understand gluing and centering to specific tolerances which includes multiple areas/products required

• If applicable, ability to use function generators and multimeter test equipment

• Basic proficiency with computers including an ERP system and Microsoft Office required

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.

• Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.

• Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.

• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountabilit