Job Description:

Assembly Operator, 1st & 2nd Shifts – White Bear Lake, MN

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.

We have an opportunity for an Assembly Operator to join our White Bear Lake, MN team on 1st & 2nd Shifts. You will follow procedures for assembling products, handling products, equipment and materials per the production department and company's quality system procedures. This role may be directly involved in production in multiple areas, including seaming, banding, packaging, core cutting, pleating, and dispensing. Good candidates have the ability to stay focused and produce high hourly assembly targets and perform repetitive work and motions.

You will:

Conducts safe and timely set up of assigned equipment using the work order, route packets, set ups and test methods
Operates assigned equipment to meet production standards
Conducts setup and operation of assigned equipment, inspects machined features to maintain quality, adjusts machine and changes perishable tooling.
Exposed to clearly defined problems and/or instructions. Expected to raise issues. Tasks follow set guidelines and procedures
Duties and tasks are frequently routine and limited to own job
Follows all 5S practices and supports lean activities, as well as safety regulations, policies and procedures
Inspects equipment and manufacturing parts to ensure quality
Compliance with laws and regulations related to quality, safety and performance requirements
Reviews shop operations packets, Bills-of-Materials, and engineering drawings to ensure that incoming materials to be assembled are correct to specified quantity/quality/part number

Key Qualifications:

Minimum of 6 months or more of experience in production with an emphasis on good manufacturing practices
Requires both written and verbal communication skills in English
Physical requirements are standing, walking, twisting at the waist, lifting, and lowering weights up to 40lbs. Steel toed shoes are required on the distribution floor.

Position hours/shift:

1st Shift: 5:00am – 3:30pm, Monday – Thursday
2nd Shift: 3:25pm – 1:55am, Monday – Thursday
OT required when needed

Compensation:

The hourly pay for this role is $17.50-$19.00/hour, DOE, plus $0.75/hour shift differential while working on 2nd shift. Opportunity for a rate increase after you are proficient in certain skills and have fulfilled training. Actual pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

As part of our comprehensive benefits packages, Pentair provides the following benefits plans and programs to eligible employees:

Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k)
Up to 5% 401K match starting day one of employment
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Caregiver leave
Prescription drug insurance
Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.