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Assembler - 1st Shift

Watts Water · Germantown, WI · Full time

Posted Jul 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a job where you had to follow a standard process step by step. How did you make sure you didn't skip anything?

What they are checking: Whether they respect standardized work, since a skipped step on a mirror assembly becomes a customer complaint.

How do you keep up your pace on a repetitive job without letting quality slip?

What they are checking: Whether they can hold steady speed and attention across a full first shift without rushing or zoning out.

Tell me about a time a supervisor gave you feedback on your work. How did you take it?

What they are checking: Whether they can accept correction without getting defensive, which matters in a small team where people know each other well.

What does showing up reliably mean to you on a first-shift job?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that one missing person on a line slows everyone, and that attendance is part of the work.

What would you do

You're fastening a subassembly and the parts don't fit together the way they should. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and raise the issue instead of forcing parts together and passing a defect down the line.

A label on a finished product doesn't match the order sheet. What would you do?

What they are checking: Whether they catch packaging and labeling errors, which send the wrong product to a customer just as surely as a bad build.

If you finished your work early and the line was slow, what would you do with that time?

What they are checking: Whether they look for useful work like cleaning, restocking or helping others rather than waiting to be told.

How would you handle a coworker who keeps cutting corners on the process?

What they are checking: Whether they care enough about quality to speak up or involve a lead, without turning it into a personal fight.

About the work

Mirrors break and edges can cut. How do you work safely with glass and heavy finished products?

What they are checking: Whether they think about gloves, lifting and handling before an injury happens, not after.

What hand tools or power tools have you used on an assembly line, and how did you check your work?

What they are checking: Whether they have real assembly experience and a habit of checking their own work before it moves on.

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The full job description

As published by Watts Water.

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.​ Bradley is a leader in commercial washrooms and safety solutions. Celebrating over 100 years in business, we take pride in our work as a US manufacturer. With a culture focused on innovation, quality, and family, you will know your colleagues on a first-name basis in a friendly yet professional environment where your voice matters. Scope of Position This highly motivated individual, as part of the Mirrors department, will be responsible for assembling mechanical units, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies to a standardized process. Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies. Processes, packages, labels, and moves finished products for shipment. This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Germantown, WI. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities • Aligns material and puts together parts to build more complex units. • Interprets blueprint specifications for each unit. • Conducts first piece inspection to adhere to quality standards. • Package and label products following standard procedure. • Understands and engages in department metrics. • Supports new product initiatives. • Proficient in scrap out procedures. • Responsible for individual production schedule expectations. • Proficient within applicable computer programs and scanning operations. • Proficient in most Standard Operating Procedures for applicable department/cell. • Meets productivity expectations set by management. • Proficient understanding of department specific tools and measuring equipment. • Sustains inventory and parts replenishment system. • Participates in department meetings effectively. • Completes industrial lift truck certifications (as needed). • Collaborate effectively with all team members across departments. • Helps support other department functions as needed. • Help create and maintain a positive work environment. • Understand and abide by all company safety policies. • Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Manufacturing Supervisor or Company management. • Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency) Required Qualifications • High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience • Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable. • Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. Preferred Qualifications • 1 + years of general assembly experience or manufacturing role General Applicable Company Competencies • Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. • Punctuality and dependability. • Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. • Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. • Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. • Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action. Working Conditions While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company’s location in Germantown, WI. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager. Physical Requirements : Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to: • Ability to stand for long periods of time. • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. • Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds. • Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor. • Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers. • Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses. Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason. #LIOnsite 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.

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