Assembly Operator
Spirax-Sarco Engineering, Harvard, MA, United States
Job Title:
Assembly Operator
Location:
WMFTS - USA - Supply - Devens, MA
Location Type:
On‑Site
Website:
https://www.wmfts.com/en/
Group:
https://www.spiraxgroup.com/
When you join Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, a part of the Spirax Group, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more.
Overview
Watson‑Marlow is an industry‑leading technology organization dedicated to engineering fluid management solutions for the life science and process industries. We help our customers to supply critical products and services that range from fresh drinking water and therapeutic medicines to food products and paper. Through our solutions we help companies to be more efficient, sustainable and profitable.
Role Summary
As an Assembly Operator within our brand‑new WM, America Manufacturing Inc. site, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our products meet or exceed customer requirements and standards. You will be responsible for product movement, monitoring, and identifying quality issues to achieve required quality standards. You will be involved in proposing continuous improvement initiatives and opportunities for the business to excel.
Key Areas of Focus
Assisting with 5S and Safety tasks associated with good manufacturing practices
Manufacturing of peristaltic pumps, tubing‑based single‑use assemblies, and re‑packaged goods
Collecting and recording relevant process data
Assisting engineering with validation and experimental activities
Identifying opportunities for improvement throughout the manufacturing process and working with team members to recommend and implement solutions
What you’ll be doing
Follow company procedures and directives
Maintain the tools used to create products
Keep a clean and well‑maintained workspace
Comply with company regulations and operating procedures
Maintain a helpful and collaborative culture through communication and a strong work ethic
Cross‑train as required within the Value Stream
Carry out any other activities to support the business as required
Utilize the escalation process when appropriate
Safety
You will passionately lead our #1 priority: the health, wellbeing and safety of our colleagues, contributing to the creation of a strong safety culture at the new facility.
You will maintain an in‑depth knowledge of industry safety standards and regulations, which will allow you to safely operate machinery and use resources appropriately.
As an assembler, you will aim to be as efficient and consistent as possible when putting together a product with excellent eye‑hand coordination.
Customer Focus
You will focus on correct quantities of components, checking quality of completed items, managing parts inventory and potentially use hand tools and mechanical equipment to produce structurally sound products and structures safely.
Excellence
You should troubleshoot problems with issued equipment and service it to ensure it works properly.
You are highly efficient and will have complete expertise in products that you put together.
You will use critical thinking to quickly interpret schematics and identify possible misprints or issues in the quality of materials you use.
You will support in the development and fostering of a broad quality community across Supply, Sales, Product and Design functions.
You will create and monitor appropriate KPIs and targets for quality to analyse performance and drive improvement.
You will ensure regulatory compliance.
You will develop and implement best practice processes and principles, through review of internal best practices, external trends and external networks.
Collaboration
You will be an excellent communicator to carry out production instructions from beginning to end with the help of other manufacturing specialists on the line.
As a WMFTS Assembler you should be a “people person” who can work well with a team and collaborate with people from other departments to help meet customer expectations.
You will engage with other parts of the business to effectively embed the Company values.
You will represent WM, America Manufacturing Inc. and WMFTS at internal and external events, conferences and meetings where appropriate.
Respect
You understand that the effective implementation of Strategy25 is fundamental to the future success of WMFTS and apply a ‘transformational’ mind‑set at all times. You do not settle for ‘average’ deliverables.
Integrity
You will stand up for the WMFTS claim of having a steadfast reputation for dependable products chosen time and again by companies worldwide.
You have full responsibility to identify any defective items and handle them according to established procedures.
You have the ability to use reason to solve problems as they arise by living our Company Values, exhibiting professionalism and ethical practice, professional courage, and influence, working inclusively, commercially driven with a passion for quality and governance.
Qualifications and Success Factors
Be organised, methodical, resilient and approachable with strong communication skills.
Be delivery focused with strong attention to detail and an ability to work under pressure.
Can effectively and appropriately challenge others.
Can use personal initiative to work collaboratively as one team with a “can do” approach.
Experience of manual assembly techniques.
Awareness of cGMP requirements.
Experience of working in a cleanroom environment.
Compensation
This position offers a salary range of USD 36,244.00 – 49,036.00 (Salaried). Final salary offers are determined by multiple factors, including education, experience, internal equity, geographic location, and the candidate’s expertise, and therefore may vary from the range listed. For roles based outside Massachusetts, the applicable salary range may be lower.
Benefits
Robust Retirement Plan:
Benefit from a 5% employer 401K contribution, plus a 50% match on up to 3% of your contributions for added financial security.
Comprehensive and Supportive Parental Leave:
Experience our inclusive, gender‑neutral parental leave policy, offering 16 weeks at 100% pay. Upon return, enjoy a gradual transition with a unique 80% work schedule while still receiving 100% of your pay for the first 6 months.
Generous Time Off:
Enjoy ample time off to recharge and attend to life’s circumstances with generous vacation and well‑being day, 9 observed holidays, 1 floating holiday day, up to 15 caregiver days, and 80 hours of annual sick leave.
Community Engagement Opportunities:
Make a difference with 3 paid volunteer days each year, encouraging you to give back to the community and causes you care about.
Other Benefits:
3 healthcare plans with HSA contributions and other benefits designed to support your well‑being and professional growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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Assembly Operator
Location:
WMFTS - USA - Supply - Devens, MA
Location Type:
On‑Site
Website:
https://www.wmfts.com/en/
Group:
https://www.spiraxgroup.com/
When you join Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, a part of the Spirax Group, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more.
Overview
Watson‑Marlow is an industry‑leading technology organization dedicated to engineering fluid management solutions for the life science and process industries. We help our customers to supply critical products and services that range from fresh drinking water and therapeutic medicines to food products and paper. Through our solutions we help companies to be more efficient, sustainable and profitable.
Role Summary
As an Assembly Operator within our brand‑new WM, America Manufacturing Inc. site, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our products meet or exceed customer requirements and standards. You will be responsible for product movement, monitoring, and identifying quality issues to achieve required quality standards. You will be involved in proposing continuous improvement initiatives and opportunities for the business to excel.
Key Areas of Focus
Assisting with 5S and Safety tasks associated with good manufacturing practices
Manufacturing of peristaltic pumps, tubing‑based single‑use assemblies, and re‑packaged goods
Collecting and recording relevant process data
Assisting engineering with validation and experimental activities
Identifying opportunities for improvement throughout the manufacturing process and working with team members to recommend and implement solutions
What you’ll be doing
Follow company procedures and directives
Maintain the tools used to create products
Keep a clean and well‑maintained workspace
Comply with company regulations and operating procedures
Maintain a helpful and collaborative culture through communication and a strong work ethic
Cross‑train as required within the Value Stream
Carry out any other activities to support the business as required
Utilize the escalation process when appropriate
Safety
You will passionately lead our #1 priority: the health, wellbeing and safety of our colleagues, contributing to the creation of a strong safety culture at the new facility.
You will maintain an in‑depth knowledge of industry safety standards and regulations, which will allow you to safely operate machinery and use resources appropriately.
As an assembler, you will aim to be as efficient and consistent as possible when putting together a product with excellent eye‑hand coordination.
Customer Focus
You will focus on correct quantities of components, checking quality of completed items, managing parts inventory and potentially use hand tools and mechanical equipment to produce structurally sound products and structures safely.
Excellence
You should troubleshoot problems with issued equipment and service it to ensure it works properly.
You are highly efficient and will have complete expertise in products that you put together.
You will use critical thinking to quickly interpret schematics and identify possible misprints or issues in the quality of materials you use.
You will support in the development and fostering of a broad quality community across Supply, Sales, Product and Design functions.
You will create and monitor appropriate KPIs and targets for quality to analyse performance and drive improvement.
You will ensure regulatory compliance.
You will develop and implement best practice processes and principles, through review of internal best practices, external trends and external networks.
Collaboration
You will be an excellent communicator to carry out production instructions from beginning to end with the help of other manufacturing specialists on the line.
As a WMFTS Assembler you should be a “people person” who can work well with a team and collaborate with people from other departments to help meet customer expectations.
You will engage with other parts of the business to effectively embed the Company values.
You will represent WM, America Manufacturing Inc. and WMFTS at internal and external events, conferences and meetings where appropriate.
Respect
You understand that the effective implementation of Strategy25 is fundamental to the future success of WMFTS and apply a ‘transformational’ mind‑set at all times. You do not settle for ‘average’ deliverables.
Integrity
You will stand up for the WMFTS claim of having a steadfast reputation for dependable products chosen time and again by companies worldwide.
You have full responsibility to identify any defective items and handle them according to established procedures.
You have the ability to use reason to solve problems as they arise by living our Company Values, exhibiting professionalism and ethical practice, professional courage, and influence, working inclusively, commercially driven with a passion for quality and governance.
Qualifications and Success Factors
Be organised, methodical, resilient and approachable with strong communication skills.
Be delivery focused with strong attention to detail and an ability to work under pressure.
Can effectively and appropriately challenge others.
Can use personal initiative to work collaboratively as one team with a “can do” approach.
Experience of manual assembly techniques.
Awareness of cGMP requirements.
Experience of working in a cleanroom environment.
Compensation
This position offers a salary range of USD 36,244.00 – 49,036.00 (Salaried). Final salary offers are determined by multiple factors, including education, experience, internal equity, geographic location, and the candidate’s expertise, and therefore may vary from the range listed. For roles based outside Massachusetts, the applicable salary range may be lower.
Benefits
Robust Retirement Plan:
Benefit from a 5% employer 401K contribution, plus a 50% match on up to 3% of your contributions for added financial security.
Comprehensive and Supportive Parental Leave:
Experience our inclusive, gender‑neutral parental leave policy, offering 16 weeks at 100% pay. Upon return, enjoy a gradual transition with a unique 80% work schedule while still receiving 100% of your pay for the first 6 months.
Generous Time Off:
Enjoy ample time off to recharge and attend to life’s circumstances with generous vacation and well‑being day, 9 observed holidays, 1 floating holiday day, up to 15 caregiver days, and 80 hours of annual sick leave.
Community Engagement Opportunities:
Make a difference with 3 paid volunteer days each year, encouraging you to give back to the community and causes you care about.
Other Benefits:
3 healthcare plans with HSA contributions and other benefits designed to support your well‑being and professional growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Watson‑Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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