Summer Factory Help

WaterSaver Faucet Co • Chicago, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

WaterSaver Faucet Co. is a third-generation, family-owned company that has been in business for seventy years, manufacturing precision valves and faucets for science laboratories. Its sister company, Guardian Equipment Inc., makes industrial safety products. The company is the worldwide leader in its industry and its products are used all over the world. They are seeking ambitious people willing to work hard and learn new skills for summer positions in their factories located just north of downtown Chicago. These facilities are easily accessible via the Kennedy Expressway (I90) and public transportation, with free parking available in gated lots. The company is looking for individuals with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, excellent attention to detail, and a desire to be productive.

Requirements

• At least 16 years of age.
• Read, write and understand English.
• Do basic shop math.
• Work while standing for up to 8 hours a day in a fast paced environment.
• Follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Use hand tools (screw drivers, wrenches, etc.) and automatic hand tools (air screwdrivers, impact wrenches, etc.) as required for assembly operations.
• Lift up to 35lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Related experience of any kind is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Rack and unrack parts for powder painting and chrome plating.
• Select appropriate racks, move racks to staging areas, visually inspect parts for defects, remove parts from racks and prepare material for delivery to assembly areas.
• Assemble all types of faucets, valves and related products.
• Visually inspect parts for defects, assembly a wide variety of products in accordance with written and verbal work instructions, use manual and automatic tools and check alignment and fit of components.
• Wind together components that have taper pipe threads and complete assembly of finished product.
• Work on all types of faucets, valves and related products.
• Test all types of faucets, valves and related products.
• Verify that the product has been assembled correctly and includes all of the required components.
• Visually inspect products, connect products to test fixtures and pressure test in accordance with verbal and written instructions.
• Perform final assembly operations (installing caps, covers, etc.).

Benefits

• Starting salary of $17.50 or more depending on the position.
• Paid weekly, every Friday.
• Opportunities for overtime available when work demands.
• Overtime is paid at time and a half.
• Possibility of regular full-time work to continue after the summer (for candidates who possess high school diploma or GED).
• Well-lit, air-conditioned work environment with much natural light.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED