Lead Assembler - Racine
1 day ago
Job description
Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You
At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource.
For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.
Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future.We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.
When you join us, you'll find:
Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.
Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential.
A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive.
Be part of something bigger.
At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.
What You Will Contribute:
Are you a hands‑on leader with a passion for building high‑quality products and guiding teams to success? As a Lead Assembler, you'll play a pivotal role in driving production across multiple product families.
This position is more than just assembly—it's about leading people, shaping processes, and ensuring excellence in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
You'll be the bridge between employees, management, and sales, making sure daily assembly requirements are met while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
From coordinating workflows and training new team members to serving as the go‑to resource for assembly and quality questions, this role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on both the team and the customer experience.
If you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, bring strong technical expertise, and enjoy motivating others to achieve high standards, this is your chance to step into a leadership role where your skills and initiative will truly shine.
Job Duties:
Coordinates the day-to-day operation by leading and directing a group of employees to assure a smooth workflow; Organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads and staff to meet production schedule.
Provide a thorough technical understanding of production and assembly practices.
Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures
Acts as liaison, representing the team in general; point of contact for general assembly and quality control questions
Trains new employees and instructs employees on the proper use of equipment and tools
Display strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate with Managers, Planning and Customer Service.
Provide input to improve assembly processes with a focus on safety, quality, on-time delivery and cost.
Education and Experience:
High School Degree/GED required
5+ years of experience in assembly/leadership desired
Qualifications:
Lean 101 training preferred
Experience in a Lean environment preferred
Experience with electronic assembly required
Demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude along with the ability to read prints and measure parts while maintaining a customer-focused mentality required
Ability to work extended hours and occasional weekend shifts as needed required
Competencies:
Collaboration:
Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Communication:
Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
Initiating Action:
Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
Work Standards:
Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a Manufacturing environment
Depending on the assigned department, must be able to demonstrate the ability to lift up to 60 pounds and complete an audiogram test
Those working in the Aerospace department must be able to pass a Vision, Color Vision, and Depth perception test
This position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.
Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation.
In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis.
Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no costEmployer Paid benefits including:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
Voluntary benefits including:
Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the "EEO is the Law" poster supplement at
Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws.
This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
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