Assembly Technician
SmartCover Systems
Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You
At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.
Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.
When you join us, you'll find:
Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.
Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential.
A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive.
Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.
What You Will Contribute:
The Assembler III is responsible for assembling parts according to specified work instructions and/or drawings and exhibits the ability to effectively complete critical component assemblies. This position may be required to rotate throughout the facility in a variety of assembly tasks. This position will read detailed instructions and will be responsible to ensure products are created efficiently and correctly. This role is 1st shift 7:30am-4pm.
Job Duties:
Assemble electronic components, subassemblies, or complete products following work orders, production drawings, sample assemblies, or verbal instructions
Position and align parts using jigs, fixtures, or other holding devices to ensure accurate assembly
Use hand tools, power tools, and equipment to secure parts using crimping, screwing, bolting, riveting, soldering, cementing, or press-fitting techniques
Mount assembled components (e.g., circuit boards) into chassis or enclosures
Connect wires to circuit boards, terminals, and other components using soldering or crimping methods
Install completed subassemblies or finished products into cases and cabinets
Prepare and organize materials into kits for inventory, shipping, or field installation
Participate and Contribute to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost efforts. Implement continuous improvement actions.
Perform and implement 5S and Lean concepts to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient workplace.
Communicate effectively with intra-departmental team members such as manufacturing engineer, sales, purchasing and others as needed.
The ability to work overtime as needed
Education and Experience:
High School Degree/GED Preferred
3+ years of experience in assembly/manufacturing desired
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent required
1–3 years of experience in a related assembly or manufacturing role
Basic computer proficiency (e.g., printing, email communication, report completion)
Ability to lift and move up to 20 lbs
Basic proficiency with iPads, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and an ERP system required.
Ability to use function generators, oscilloscopes, and multimeter test equipment. (Analytical Technologies) required.
Basic knowledge of 5S and Lean Manufacturing concepts and be active participant in departmental improvements preferred.
Competencies:
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
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