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WATTS E- Coat Technician - 1st Shift in Germantown, Wisconsin
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.
Here’s why you’ll love working at Bradley:
Join a company where you'll meet passionate colleagues and partners from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Enjoy a generous time off program with the option to purchase additional Paid Time Off. Benefit from twelve paid holidays a year, including a company-wide paid holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.
Benefit from work schedules that fully support your work/life balance.
Receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match, among other perks.
As an E- Coat Technician, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring the e-coat system to apply one of a variety of colors to a rack of parts via programmable hoist equipment. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will assist in hanging parts on racks, loading the racks in the e-coat system and training employees in area while working with technicians, group leaders, and engineers to ensure proper operating parameters are maintained. This is a 1st shift opportunity from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM.
You Will:
Transport bath samples, coatings, and chemicals using provided equipment, carts, and methods.
Unload parts from racks to assembly line, packaging line, or pallets.
Responsible for all phases of part preparation including: verifying incoming cleanliness; product free from protective vinyl; rack loading without marring or scratching parts; proper color selection.
Meet or exceed quality specifications and on-time performance.
Monitor and log data of tank levels, pressure gauges, thermometers, flow meters, filter changes.
Measure and make bath additions, bath changes, and tank cleaning.
Observe, document, and communicate operating parameter concerns.
Inspect equipment for alignment and wear.
Change bag filters, mix concentrated coatings, make paint additions, titrate cleaner solution, and add cleaner as required.
Perform PH and Conductivity testing and meter calibration
Monitor part quality and make recommendations for tank cleaning and/or system adjustments and repairs.
Monitor consumables inventory and replenishment.
Perform coating tests, results, and understand corrective action when necessary.
Have knowledge of the mechanics of the equipment.
Must work independently without supervision
Train new employees in area and assign work to other employees.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on e-coat equipment, including pumps, tanks, filters, and control systems.
Diagnose and resolve issues related to the e-coat process, such as coating defects, equipment malfunctions, and system inefficiencies.
Assist in processing Engineering Change Notices, Programming changes, routings, OMS sheets, Standard Work etc.
Proficiently apply practical, team-based problem-solving methodology
Create and utilize Standard Work as a basis for structured and organized daily routines
Document, identify and eliminate waste in manufacturing processes
Conduct Gap Analysis and accurately communicate benefits of proposed or completed projects.
Continuously develop skills and abilities in line with organizational goals
Complies with all safety and health guidelines, quality standard practices/procedures, and housekeeping standards.*
Supports Continuous Improvement
Participates in department meetings effectively
Adheres to safety and quality standards.
Other related duties and projects as requested
You Have:
High school diploma or equivalent work experience
At least 5 years of manufacturing experience required. Previous E-Coat experience preferred.
Basic math including ability to perform volume measurements.
Knowledge or ability to understand general metric measurements is a plus.
Strong communication skills required.
Technical certification or associate degree in a related field is a plus.
Ability to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge of techniques and procedures.
Before joining our team, you must successfully complete the following pre-employment screenings:
Background Check: A comprehensive review of educational credentials, criminal records, and social security validation to ensure alignment with company standards and regulations.
Drug Screen: Testing for controlled substances to maintain a safe and productive work environment.
Physical Examination: Verification of physical fitness to perform job responsibilities safely.
Completion of these requirements is necessary for finalizing employment offers and ensuring compliance with company policies.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift, carry, push, pull, grip, and grasp up to 45 lbs. Employees also frequently bend, twist, and reach outward and overhead, and may stand and/or walk up to 8-10 hours per day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision. Must be able to detect abnormal sounds with machinery. Ability to work with chemicals and materials in accordance with safety guidelines.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Temperature of area is 55 – 90-degree Fahrenheit environment. 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.
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.