Tugger Operator - 3rd Shift

Tugger Operator

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.

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.

The Tugger Operator is responsible for the movement of materials between the warehouse and two manufacturing areas. The areas operate based on a kanban replenishment system, so timeliness of the materials delivery is critical.

You will :

• Respond to all pulls for material from the Cells.
• Ensure all transactions for movement of material are executed properly.
• Continuously improve the material support function to the Cells.
• Identify, reconcile, and communicate any material or inventory discrepancies.
• Support any emergency need for materials identified by the Cells.
• Work to identify root cause of the stock-out and work with cross-functional teams to avoid similar issues from re-occurring.
• Fill all Kanban pulls from raw material and escalate any situation that may prevent this from happening.
• Execute all Kanban triggers to outside partners.
• Identify and communicate any opportunities for improvement.
• Actively participate in kaizen and shift-change meetings.
• Communicate with the team to ensure all safety issues and near misses are documented.

You have :

Watts in it for you :

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.