$20/hour - 1st Shift Assembly - Lanark, IL

Zurn Water, LLC

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Lanark, IL Until 10/5/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 15, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description
$20/hour - 1st Shift Assembly - Lanark, IL

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe.  We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.

In a world of uncertainty, we remain committed to adapting to change. We’d like you to be a part of that. Our hiring process might look a little different than usual, it might take a little longer, but we want to do it right.

Do you enjoy working with your hands? Do you have experience with basic hand tools? If so, our assembly line operator might be a great position for you!

As an Assembler for Zurn Elkay Water Solutions, you will have the opportunity to create drinking fountains, bottle-filling stations and water coolers that will be used by people all over the world! In this role, you will build several models of water coolers. Each work station will put components together to create a world-renown product. There are opportunities for advancement with the progression of grade levels in each role, as well as posted positions.

This is an Assembly position on 1st shift. Regularly scheduled hours are Monday - Friday; 6:00am - 2:30pm. Hours may be adjusted based on overtime.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Prior manufacturing experience (preferred, but not required)

  • Attention to detail is critical

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team

  • Ability to read and understand work instructions (written and verbal)

  • Ability to adhere to Safety and Quality standards

  • Ability to work for long periods of time on your feet

Do you want to create a product that you’re proud to tell your family and friends about? Then consider applying at Zurn Elkay, where your hard work and attention to quality, detail and safety will be appreciated.

Salary Range: The compensation range(s) identified below are a good faith estimate of the salary expected to be paid as performed from these locations. Actual salaries may vary based on a variety of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, education and training, and other relevant business and organizational factors. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.

The salary range for this position is $20 - $22.01/hour.

Total Rewards and Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
  • Matching 401(k) Contribution
  • Health Savings Account
  • Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Eligibility
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Matching Gift Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

**THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.**

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

About this role

Summary

assemble water cooler components per instructions on first shift

Job title

assembly line operator

Experience level

none

Industry

water solutions

Location requirements

Lanark, IL; on-site work only

Salary

$0k–$0k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

attention to detailwork instructionssafety standards

Preferred skills

manufacturing experience

Specializations

assemblywater coolers
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lanark, IL 61046, USA

On-site City