A. O. Smith Corporation

Production Operator

A. O. Smith Corporation  •  $21/hr  •  Tennessee (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Production Operator

Production Operator
A. O. Smith – Ashland City, TN

On-the-Spot Offers Available

Meet the Recruiter: Tuesday or Thursday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
500 Tennessee Waltz Pkwy, Ashland City, TN 37015

Compensation & Benefits

Starting pay: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour

Comprehensive benefits effective Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus, paid in increments of $500 at 3, 6, and 12 months (subject to eligibility and attendance requirements).

Additional benefits include company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan, tuition assistance, on-site cafeteria, Wellness Clinic, company store, and employee discounts on Aquasana water filtration products.

Voted a Top Workplace by The Tennessean, A. O. Smith is hiring for multiple Production Operator roles at our Ashland City manufacturing facility.

This is an opportunity to grow your career with a global leader in water technology and manufacturing.

Production Operators support manufacturing operations at the largest residential water heater facility in the United States. This role involves hands-on production work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assemble components per work instructions
  • Perform robotic and/or manual welding
  • Apply ceramic glass coatings
  • Load/unload tanks from paint systems
  • Operate hand tools (manual and automated)
  • Set up and operate production equipment
  • Follow safety, quality, and work standards

Qualifications

  • 6 months manufacturing experience preferred
  • Ability to work 2nd shift (start times ~2:00 PM; end times up to 1:30 AM)
  • Ability to stand/walk for long periods with frequent bending/reaching
  • Ability to lift 50–75 lbs with or without assistance
  • Ability to work in varying temperature conditions
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
  • High School Diploma or GED required

Why Join Us

The Ashland City facility produces over two million water heaters annually and plays a key role in providing essential products that support safe and reliable hot water for homes and communities.

Hiring Process

  • Complete online application prior to attendance
  • Meet the Recruiter (Tue or Thu, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
  • Interview with potential on-the-spot offer
  • Background check and drug screen required prior to start

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Statement

A. O. Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status under applicable law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), A. O. Smith provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process. Applicants needing assistance are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

A. O. Smith Corporation

About A. O. Smith Corporation

Celebrating its 150th year of business, A. O. Smith is a leading global water technology and manufacturing company that proudly employs more than 12,000 people who together provide water heating and water treatment solutions.

The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. The company also has sales and distribution in more than 60 countries around the world.

As a global water technology leader, A. O. Smith applies innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions to products marketed worldwide. Our focus is on building this platform through new product development, global expansion, strategic acquisitions and partnerships.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Milwaukee, WI
Year Founded
1874
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