Journeyworker Machinist - 1st Shift

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We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead. Bradley is a leader in commercial washrooms and safety solutions. Celebrating over 100 years in business, we take pride in our work as a US manufacturer. With a culture focused on innovation, quality, and family, you will know your colleagues on a first-name basis in a friendly yet professional environment where your voice matters. Scope of Position This position requires demonstrated mastery of the machining trade through completion of a State‑Indentured Apprenticeship Program or equivalent recognized credential. The Journeyman Machinist is expected to operate with full independence, provide technical leadership, train and evaluate apprentices, and serve as a subject matter expert for all complex machining processes within the department. This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Menomonee Falls, WI . Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities Create, modify, and optimize complex CNC programs to ensure maximum efficiency, precision, and alignment with engineering specifications. Perform expert-level setups on a wide range of CNC and manual machines, including multi-axis systems, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum throughput. Interprets and applies advanced Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) concepts to ensure precision machining. Performs complex diagnostics, including spindle analysis, toolpath optimization, and vibration/root‑cause investigations. Leads qualification machining runs and first‑article processes for new product introductions. Recommends process updates and revisions to engineering and quality based on journey-level expertise. Serves as the primary decision‑maker for machining operations during supervisor absence. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cycle times, improving quality, and enhancing safety and ergonomics. Train, mentor, and evaluate junior machinists and apprentices, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer across the team. Provides formal on‑the‑job training for apprentices in accordance with State‑Indentured apprenticeship standards. Evaluates apprentice performance and documents progress toward competency milestones. Develops training materials, standard work, and skill building‑ exercises for new machinists. Ensure all parts meet or exceed quality standards through advanced inspection techniques and use of precision measuring tools. Work closely with engineering, quality, and production planning teams to resolve design issues, improve manufacturability, and support new product introductions. Maintain accurate records of setups, tooling, and process changes. Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Recommend and implement tooling improvements. Monitor machine performance and coordinate preventive maintenance schedules. Oversee workflow within the machining cell, prioritize tasks, and ensure production targets are consistently met or exceeded. Completes industrial lift truck certifications as needed. Collaborate effectively with all team members across departments. Helps support other department functions as needed. Help create and maintain a positive work environment. Understand and abide by all company safety policies. Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Manufacturing Supervisor or Company management. Required Qualifications Completion of a State Apprenticeship Program and attainment of Journeyman Machinist status. 5+ years of machining experience working with lathes and mills. Demonstrated mastery of machining trades consistent with journey-level standards. Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable. Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. General Applicable Company Competencies Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. Punctuality and dependability. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. Maintain productive and collaborative

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