Assembly Operator temp - Weekend Shift
Pentair
$18.25–$21.25 per hour
White Bear Township, MN, United States, 55110-5865
Full time
The Breakroom Take
- Good employer
- Paid breaks
- Respectful managers
- Uninterrupted breaks
About Pentair
Pentair is a manufacturer of water treatment and filtration systems.
Job description from Pentair
Assembly Operator Temporary (Weekend Shift) White Bear Lake, MN
At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.
We have an opportunity for a temporary Assembly Operator to join our White Bear Lake, MN team on the Weekend shift. You will follow procedures for assembling products, handling products, equipment and materials per the production department and company's quality system procedures. This role may be directly involved in production in multiple areas, including seaming, banding, packaging, core cutting, pleating, and dispensing. Good candidates have the ability to stay focused and produce high hourly assembly targets and perform repetitive work and motions.
You will:
- Conducts safe and timely set up of assigned equipment using the work order, route packets, set ups and test methods
- Operates assigned equipment to meet production standards
- Conducts setup and operation of assigned equipment, inspects machined features to maintain quality, adjusts machine and changes perishable tooling.
- Exposed to clearly defined problems and/or instructions. Expected to raise issues. Tasks follow set guidelines and procedures
- Duties and tasks are frequently routine and limited to own job
- Follows all 5S practices and supports lean activities, as well as safety regulations, policies and procedures
- Inspects equipment and manufacturing parts to ensure quality
- Compliance with laws and regulations related to quality, safety and performance requirements
- Reviews shop operations packets, Bills-of-Materials, and engineering drawings to ensure that incoming materials to be assembled are correct to specified quantity/quality/part number
Key Qualifications:
- Minimum of 6 months or more of experience in production with an emphasis on good manufacturing practices
- Requires both written and verbal communication skills in English
- Physical requirements are standing, walking, twisting at the waist, lifting, and lowering weights up to 40lbs. Steel toed shoes are required on the distribution floor.
Position hours/shift:
- Weekend shift: 5:00am - 5:30pm, Friday - Sunday
- Training on Monday - Thursday, 1st shift schedule (for two weeks)
Compensation:
The hourly pay for this role is: $18.25/hour (Plus a shift differential of $3.00/hour while working on the Weekend Shift = $21.25/hour total). Opportunity for a rate increase after you are proficient in certain skills and have fulfilled training. Actual pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.
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What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people get paid breaks
Do workers at Pentair get paid breaks?
Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
How we know this
89% of people say they get paid breaks.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
Good
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Most people get paid when they’re sick
Does Pentair pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
How we know this
71% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
Good
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Pentair do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
85% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2025.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Good
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at Pentair worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
87% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
Okay
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Only some people can choose their shifts
Do Pentair workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Okay
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Pentair workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
60% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
Good
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Easy to get time off
How easy is it to get time off at Pentair?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
How we know this
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
Good
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do Pentair managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
96% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
Good
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Most people find it easy to take sick days
How easy is it to take sick days at Pentair?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
How we know this
92% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
Okay
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working at Pentair good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
54% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.
Benefits
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Good
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Sick days don’t use up paid time off
At Pentair, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
How we know this
71% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Getting sick isn’t a vacation.
You shouldn’t have to lose your time off just because you got sick or had a medical emergency.
A good job gives you separate sick days so you can rest and get better without losing your paid time off allowance.
Good
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Most people say they can afford the health insurance
Is the health insurance from Pentair cheap enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
How we know this
88% of people say the health insurance costs are okayBased on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it costs a lot.
A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.
Good
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Most people get paid time off
Do people get paid time off at Pentair?
Most people get paid time off work.
How we know this
94% of people say they get paid time off.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Pentair feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
83% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
Good
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Most people get breaks without interruption
Do people at Pentair get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
79% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful to work at Pentair?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
73% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
Okay
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do people at Pentair enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
38% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Pentair recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
67% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
Okay
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Pentair?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
63% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
Okay
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Only some people get support to advance
Do people get support to advance at Pentair?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 57% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do people think Pentair’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
97% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.
Okay
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Only some people feel well informed by headquarters
Do workers feel well informed about how Pentair is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
62% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
What Pentair employees say about their job
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Best thing
The let me do my job with little instructions
Worst thing
Misinformation or lack of information
Employee at Pentair, October 2025
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