Production Line Worker - Saddles

Xylem • Texarkana, TX

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About The Position

Smith-Blair, a Xylem brand, is hiring a Production Line Worker for various manufacturing production roles, including assembly line work, machine operation, material handling, and fabrication. The worker assembles and packs saddle fittings, including full-circle and pipe-repair couplings, and may learn additional skills within the steel fabrication work cell. The role requires following established safety procedures, maintaining product quality and work-area cleanliness, and supporting customer demands. Employees may rotate to other job functions within the same labor grade as directed by a supervisor. The standard workweek is 40 hours; overtime is not standard but can be frequent depending on seasonal workload.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Be a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be motivated to work in a highly participative environment and understand and believe in Lean Manufacturing Principles, including 5S, single-piece flow, and Kanban.
• Have general overall knowledge of Smith-Blair's saddle fittings product manufacturing process.
• Be capable of operating manual and pneumatic hand tools.
• Be proficient in repetitive manual work requiring continual eye-hand coordination.
• Be capable of moderate lifting and lifting/pushing of 11–35 pounds.
• Regularly stand, reach, bend, and move or walk throughout the facility.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing or production experience.
• Forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and pack full-circle and pipe-repair couplings.
• Operate manual and pneumatic hand tools.
• Perform repetitive manual operations requiring continual eye-hand coordination and assemble parts to established standards.
• Learn skills within the steel fabrication manufacturing work cell.
• Rotate to other job functions within the same labor grade as directed by a supervisor.
• Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Self-inspect products to maintain quality and quantity standards.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly and properly care for equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Participate in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities.

Benefits

• Professional development and continuous-learning opportunities.
• Comprehensive compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration, and corporate citizenship programs.
• Opportunities to learn and volunteer on water-related projects through the Watermark corporate social responsibility program.
• Employee Networks for professional support, including networks for women, LGBT+ employees and allies, veterans, people of color and allies, emerging leaders, and working parents.
• Paid Volunteer Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED