Job Description

The Spray Machine Operator will serve our Water Heating Division, located in Montgomery, AL.

• Must be able to operate spray equipment with established procedures using a computer touch screen.
• Must be able to perform set-up operations on equipment as necessary.
• Must be able to enter quality data in a computer database periodically.
• Responsible for monitoring wet mill thickness for adherence to specifications.
• Must be able to properly use an instrument mill thickness gauge.
• Responsible for making equipment adjustments as necessary to maintain daily production.
• Must perform minor preventative maintenance on spray machine.
• Responsible for notifying supervisor of any malfunctions of spray machine in a timely manner to avoid down time.
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area.
• Observe all departmental safety requirements.
• Maintain quality standards according to specifications.
• Inspect units or parts for defects and workmanship.
• Work from written or verbal orders.
• Practice and support Rheem values with internal as well as external customers.
• May be exposed to high noise levels, heat, dust and airborne particles.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED.
• External candidates must possess a minimum of 1 year of manufacturing/warehousing experience.
• Internal candidates must possess good communications skills.
• Candidate must have held their current job for a minimum of 6 months prior to bidding on this role.
• Candidate must not currently be on any probationary period/performance improvement plan or have had a Written Warning or higher for 1 year.
• Candidate must promote the Rheem Values of Integrity, Teamwork and Business Ethics.
• Candidate must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Candidate must be able to perform consistently within the physical requirements of the role.
• Continuous lifting of 5-25 lbs; Frequent lifting of 25-60 lbs; Occasional lifting of 60+ lbs. Must be able to stand, walk and/or lift repetitively during shift.
• Must be able to place a weighted object at minimum height of 5 foot.
• Must be able to frequently lift in unsupported positions as well as bend, twist/turn, reach, push/pull.
• Candidate must successfully be fitted for a respirator.
• PPE required: Gloves, Safety Glasses, Approved Footwear, Earplugs, Respirator, Clothing Protection.

At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.
Our Behavior Based Values set us apart:

• Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objective
• Contributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respect
• Thinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lens
• Acting with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity, embracing accountability

Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, or Vermont.

Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee.