Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable team players to join our Production team. As a Production Worker, you will be responsible for various tasks across different stages of our manufacturing process, including assembly, material handling, and surface preparation. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to quality and safety, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Read, understand, and follow work instructions and CAMPS instructions to ensure accurate and efficient production.
- Perform assembly tasks on valves and hydrants, focusing on quality and adherence to specifications.
- Load and unload parts onto conveyor lines and blaster trees using appropriate hooks, configurations, and lifting equipment (including hoists and jib cranes).
- Prepare parts for coating by plugging/unplugging, cleaning threads using taps and drill guns, and ensuring correct quantities and colors as per work orders.
- Conduct visual inspections of parts for quality and perform safety checks on equipment.
- Build hydrant bonnets and install them on nozzle sections.
- Match paperwork with hydrants and prep kits for assembly workstations.
- Properly complete all required paperwork and accurately input production data into computer systems (e.g., BC365).
- Notify supervisors immediately of any quality defects, mechanical malfunctions, or safety concerns.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
- Accurately transact work orders.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the SFS system (if applicable).
- Stack pallets in an organized manner.
Additional Responsibilities:
- When production lines are down, you may be assigned to work in other departments and/or participate in special projects.
- Perform inventory tasks and work overtime as needed to meet production demands.
- Work safely around high-temperature equipment, including ovens and parts exiting the coating process.
- Collaborate effectively with fellow employees to achieve production goals.
Job Qualifications and Hazards:
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Ability to read and write English.
- Experience in hand assembly, preferably on a paced assembly line.
- Familiarity and comfort using hand tools, power tools, air tools, drill guns, grinders, hoists, automatic conveyors, and glue guns.
- Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills.
- Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds. Assistance from a co-worker, hoist, or forklift is required for weights exceeding 55 lbs.
- Ability to perform tasks requiring standing, lifting, twisting, and turning.
- Must wear required ear protection at all times in designated high-noise assembly areas.
- Comfortable working in an environment with conveyors and around hot equipment (ovens and heated parts).
Company DescriptionAmerican AVK is a leading U.S. manufacturer of gate valves, fire hydrants, and accessories for the water, wastewater, fire protection, and irrigation industries. Our products are used and appreciated by utilities throughout North America, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
AVK was one of the first valve manufacturers in the world to develop and design the Resilient Seated Gate Valve. The AVK Resilient Seated Gate Valve design has been improved upon continuously and has remained unmatched in quality, reliability and state of the art features. AVK is at the forefront of technology for products serving the Water Works and Fire Protection Industries.
American AVK was incorporated in 1985 to introduce AVK gate valves to North America. Since then, American AVK has continued to expand its production facilities, marketing activities and product range. AVK is now located in a state-of-the-art 180,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Minden, Nevada.
As a commitment to our customers throughout North America, and to answer an increasing demand for American AVK products, warehouse distribution centers have been established in Nashville, TN and Omaha NE..
American AVK is a subsidiary of the well-known AVK Group of Companies, a global manufacturer of Valves, Hydrants and Accessories for the Water Works, Waste Water, Fire Protection, and Natural Gas Industries. The AVK Group today consists of over 70 companies worldwide.
Company Description
American AVK is a leading U.S. manufacturer of gate valves, fire hydrants, and accessories for the water, wastewater, fire protection, and irrigation industries. Our products are used and appreciated by utilities throughout North America, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.\r\n\r\nAVK was one of the first valve manufacturers in the world to develop and design the Resilient Seated Gate Valve. The AVK Resilient Seated Gate Valve design has been improved upon continuously and has remained unmatched in quality, reliability and state of the art features. AVK is at the forefront of technology for products serving the Water Works and Fire Protection Industries.\r\n\r\nAmerican AVK was incorporated in 1985 to introduce AVK gate valves to North America. Since then, American AVK has continued to expand its production facilities, marketing activities and product range. AVK is now located in a state-of-the-art 180,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Minden, Nevada.\r\n\r\nAs a commitment to our customers throughout North America, and to answer an increasing demand for American AVK products, warehouse distribution centers have been established in Nashville, TN and Omaha NE..\r\n\r\nAmerican AVK is a subsidiary of the well-known AVK Group of Companies, a global manufacturer of Valves, Hydrants and Accessories for the Water Works, Waste Water, Fire Protection, and Natural Gas Industries. The AVK Group today consists of over 70 companies worldwide.