Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
THE ROLE: The Plate Gasketer will be responsible for assembling plates and gaskets in our Plate Product Line within the Cheektowaga facility. In this role, the ideal candidate will also be required to stand at a workstation and worked in a fast paced assembly work environment. We offer a full benefits package to include Paid Time Off, health, dental, investment savings plan, and other additional miscellaneous benefits. $21.16/hour (plus differential for off shifts)
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Interact with Production Control, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing Engineering to plan, schedule and produce product. Attend those meetings as directed to ensure cooperation and facilitate communication of information.
Encourage, review and recommend improvements to department processes, safety, throughput, methods, and procedures.
Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of practices and techniques, principle of application and operation of various types of equipment, tools, fixtures and instruments, and the ability to plan and execute difficult work.
Plans and carries out all the tasks related to gasketing Plate and Frame thermal plates.
Remove and install gaskets as required. Verifies material is correct (quality, type, quantity) prior to the start of Gasketing operation.
Gaskets plates to conform to drawings, special instructions, procedures, etc.
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Sorts, identifies and stocks materials. Generates labels, sorts and tags materials, racks and storage bins.
Ensures unit/part cleanliness per specification, customer requirement and/or procedure prior to releasing for shipment.
Package gaskets, plates and/or plate assemblies as necessary for shipment to customers or subcontractors.
Sign off on paperwork (router, checklist, or other documents) per procedure or as directed to indicate operator has inspected his/her work and it conforms to the applicable fabrication requirements (drawings, specs, codes.) and to maintain status of fabrication.
Verify all gauges and measuring tools are within proper calibration dates.
Lubricate and clean tools/equipment daily.
Observe all safety and shop rules. Immediately notify supervisor of any unsafe conditions. Wears, cleans and properly maintains all required personal protective equipment (PPE). Participates in personal air and noise sampling when directed.
Each person is responsible for the quality of work and inspection, checking to insure that all product or pieces meet specifications and quantities without deviation and report any such deviations.
Assists and/or train new employees in job classification.
Maintain good housekeeping and safe environment throughout work area, sweeps area, clears debris, arranges product, etc. on a minimum of a daily basis to assure this.
·Education
High School diploma or equivalency
·Experience
Six (6) months assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
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