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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 bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality 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

The Machinist is responsible for leading complex machining operations, including developing and optimizing CNC programs, performing advanced multi-axis setups, and ensuring precision manufacturing to meet stringent quality standards. This role drives process improvements, mentors team members, and serves as the primary technical resource for troubleshooting and innovation across the machining department.

This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Menomonee Falls, WI.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and optimize complex CNC programs to ensure maximum efficiency, precision, and alignment with engineering specifications.
• Perform expert-level setups on a wide range of CNC and manual machines, including multi-axis systems, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum throughput.
• Serve as the department technical expert for troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of machining and equipment issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cycle times, improving quality, and enhancing safety and ergonomics.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate junior machinists and apprentices, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer across the team.
• Ensure all parts meet or exceed quality standards through advanced inspection techniques and use of precision measuring tools.
• Work closely with engineering, quality, and production planning teams to resolve design issues, improve manufacturability, and support new product introductions.
• Maintain accurate records of setups, tooling, and process changes. Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Recommend and implement tooling improvements. Monitor machine performance and coordinate preventive maintenance schedules.
• Oversee workflow within the machining cell, prioritize tasks, and ensure production targets are consistently met or exceeded.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts under supervision.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of machining experience working with lathes and mills.
• 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

• Certified State Indentured Journeyman

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 Menomonee Falls 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.
• Close vision and color vision
• 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.

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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.