Job Details

Valve Assembler

The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co. Inc. is a world leader in the manufacture of fire sprinklers and related system valves as well as a major distributor of a full line of fire sprinkler system components to the fire sprinkler industry since 1920.

Are you interested in being part of a team who plays a crucial role in the fire protection industry's goal of saving lives and reducing property damage? We have an opportunity for you!

Job Summary: The Assembler assembles and tests fire protection valves for the organization.

Work Environment:

• The physical environment requires the employee to work in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Required to use personal protective equipment while on the job

How You Will Help

• Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
• Analyze work orders, blueprints, shop data, and/or descriptions to determine the materials required to assemble the valves as required
• Responsible for collecting and matching up parts, files, and serial numbers
• Responsible for assembling components within a valve
• Occasionally will test new product parts for the Engineering Department
• Performs various visual inspections
• Responsible for operating machinery and may perform minor repairs as needed
• Rework valves that were denied by pressure testing by Trim Assemblers
• Test and isolate issues with products that were returned to the Product Development Department
• Responsible for making sure the area is clean and safe by maintain and promoting the Company's 5S program
• Perform other duties as directed

What You Will Bring

Skills:

• Well-versed in analyzing and interpreting blueprints, work orders, and/or description
• Working knowledge of gauges and valves to assemble and identify improvement possibilities
• Knowledge of hand tools and large-scale machines
• Solid understanding of mathematics and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Working knowledge of machines and computers
• Knowledge of standard safety practices

Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Outstanding organization and documentation skills
• Prioritize and complete a variety of tasks in a timely manner
• Strong hand and eye coordination in a fast pace environment
• Excellent verbal, written and reading comprehension skills
• Possess a strong commitment to team environment while working well with others

Physical Demands:

• Ability to be punctual and attend work on a regular and consistent basis
• The person in this position needs to wear appropriate safety clothing and shoes when needed. This includes a need for safety glasses, gloves, steel toe boots, etc.
• Ability to perform repetitive rotation and movement of hands and wrists quickly and efficiently
• Must have good dexterity and hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to stand for 90% of the time
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally will be expected to lift large materials not to exceed 50 pounds

Job Benefits

• $1.50 shift differential for second shift
• $2.50 shift differential for third shift
• Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA are available 30 days following your start date
• 401k with company match is available after 90 days of employment
• Company-provided Life Insurance is provided for you 1st of the month after 90 days of employment
• 3 PTO days after 60 days of employment (hourly and non-exempt positions only)
• 2 weeks of vacation after 6 months of employment
• 10 paid holidays - including your birthday!
• Paid weekly

About Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc

As a family-oriented private company, Reliable Automatic Sprinkler offers a welcoming and supportive work environment that values hard work, integrity, and teamwork. We manufacture all our fire protection valves and sprinklers in Liberty, South Carolina. This flagship advanced manufacturing facility houses our Product Development, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Product Technology, HR, Marketing, Procurement, and Shipping teams. Our regional sales and distribution centers are across the U.S. and worldwide.