Kennedy Valve is located in Elmira, NY. Since 1877, Kennedy Valve has been committed to being a safe workplace for team members, providing high-quality products to our customers and being a good neighbor in the community where we operate.
Kennedy Valve is a proud member of the McWane, Inc. family of companies.
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Kennedy Valve Co., a member of the McWane Inc. family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly operation. We supply fire hydrants and valves to the water works and fire suppression industries. We have been manufacturing these products in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.
WHY KENNEDY VALVE?
Kennedy Valve offers great wages and robust benefits packages, as well as stability and a sense of team!
- Highly Competitive Salary
- Two weeks’ vacation, prorated for the first year of employment.
- 12 Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Leave
- Retirement: 401(k) & Roth IRA – 100% match on first 2% of employee contribution, 50% match on next 2%
- Educational Reimbursement after one year
- Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement
- Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plan options
SUMMARY:
The Industrial Manufacturing Systems Engineer is a leader in identifying, evaluating, and improving processes, providing and supporting floor technology solutions, and elevating the facility towards new and or improved manufacturing processes.
Kennedy Valve Co. is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly operation. We supply fire hydrants and valves to the water works and fire suppression industries. We have been manufacturing these products in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.
WHY KENNEDY VALVE?
Kennedy Valve offers great wages, stability, work/life balance and benefits packages:
Competitive Salary
Prorated Vacation for the first year of employment
Twelve paid Holidays
Retirement 401k- 50% company match on 4% employee contribution
Educational Reimbursement after one year
Competitive Medical Benefits/Cost
M&H Valve Company/Kennedy Valve Company is seeking a District (Territory) Sales Manager for Northern California and Nevada.
This salaried position offers a full suite of insurance benefits, 401(k), vacation, and holidays. Relocation package available for the right candidate. Come join our team!
The District Sales Manager is responsible for all aspects of sales, marketing, and account management for all accounts within a multi-state territory as part of the McWane family of businesses: M&H Valve Company (Anniston, AL) and Kennedy Valve Company (Elmira, NY). We are proud to say that our products are made in the USA! Grow the company market share through specific efforts and by managing, maintaining, and expanding existing distributor base while providing quality customer service in support of the sales and profitability goals for the assigned territory. Assists with technical questions and installation needs through superior product knowledge.
M&H Valve Company is a world-class manufacturer of water and wastewater materials including fire hydrants, resilient wedge gate valves, butterfly valves and check valves. Since 1854, M&H has developed a reputation for excellence and dependability. Our extensive facilities and innovative technologies have made us a business and community leader. From state-of-the-art environmental upgrades to advanced training initiatives and community outreach, we’re working every day to make sure that M&H Valve is the best in the business. M&H Valve Company is part of Birmingham, AL based McWane, Inc.
Click here to take a Facility Tour.
Screening:
- Pre-employment Drug Test
- Background Screening
- Physical
Kennedy Valve Co. is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly operation. We supply fire hydrants and valves to the water works and fire suppression industries. We have been manufacturing these products in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.
WHY KENNEDY VALVE?
Kennedy Valve offers great wages and robust benefits packages, as well as stability and a sense of team!
Highly Competitive Salary
Two weeks’ vacation, prorated for the first year of employment.
12 Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Leave
Retirement: 401(k) & Roth IRA – 100% match on first 2% of employee contribution, 50% match on next 2%
Educational Reimbursement after one year
Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement
Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plan options
SUMMARY:
The Facilities & Maintenance Manager is the oversight of all the facility and contractor management projects (10%), this will Include oversight of both the Foundry (60%) and Finishing (30%) groups. Assist with maintenance safety, environmental projects, downtime planning, training, special projects, and scheduling work. This position requires supervising and coordinating the work of employees within the maintenance departments that repair, maintain the building/facility, and production machinery/equipment in the facility.
Kennedy Valve Co. is a subsidiary of McWane Inc. Kennedy Valve is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly operation. We supply fire hydrants and valves to the water works and fire suppression industries. We have been manufacturing these products in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.
WHY KENNEDY VALVE?
Kennedy Valve offers great wages, and benefits packages!
Starting Wages- $26.53 and up, based on position.
Hourly Pay Differentials 2nd shift $.70.
Longevity Pay $.10 cents each hour for every 2 years worked with a cap at $1.20.
Trainers Pay $1.00 each hour for assigned training.
Paid Sick Leave-
- 80 hours of Paid Sick Leave (PSL) prorated based on start date.
- Sell back any unused PSL at the end of year.
Twelve paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Healthcare starting at $273 per month.
Company Paid life Insurance.
Company Paid Sickness and Accident Insurance
Retirement 401k-.75 per hour for hours worked placed in a 401k for you by the Company.
- An additional 50% company match on 4% employee contribution.
- Overtime after 8 hours in a day
Is Kennedy Valve for you?
- Do you enjoy physical labor?
- Are you looking for a company with which you can grow?
- Are you a proven individual contributor with a team mentality?
- Do you have a consistent track record of commitment and success in school/jobs?
Kennedy Valve Co. is a subsidiary of McWane Inc. Kennedy Valve is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly operation. We supply fire hydrants and valves to the water works and fire suppression industries. We have been manufacturing these products in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.
WHY KENNEDY VALVE?
Kennedy Valve offers great wages, and benefits packages!
Starting Wages- $26.53 and up, based on position.
Hourly Pay Differentials 2nd shift $.70.
Longevity Pay $.10 cents each hour for every 2 years worked with a cap at $1.20.
Trainers Pay $1.00 each hour for assigned training.
Paid Sick Leave-
- 80 hours of Paid Sick Leave (PSL) prorated based on start date.
- Sell back any unused PSL at the end of year.
Twelve paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Healthcare starting at $273 per month.
Company Paid life Insurance.
Company Paid Sickness and Accident Insurance
Retirement 401k-.75 per hour for hours worked placed in a 401k for you by the Company.
- An additional 50% company match on 4% employee contribution.
- Overtime after 8 hours in a day
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Kennedy Valve Co. is a subsidiary of McWane Inc. Kennedy Valve is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly operation. We supply fire hydrants and valves to the water works and fire suppression industries. We have been manufacturing these products in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.
WHY KENNEDY VALVE?
Kennedy Valve offers great wages, stability, and benefits packages:
- Competitive Salary
- Prorated vacation for the first year of employment.
- Twelve paid Holidays
- Retirement 401k- with company match
- Educational Reimbursement after one year
- Competitive Medical Benefits/Cost
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, assist with maintenance planning, training, safety, special projects, and scheduling work. This position requires supervising and coordinating work of employees within the maintenance department that repair, maintain the building/facility, and production machinery/equipment in the facility.
M&H Valve Company/Kennedy Valve Company is seeking a District (Territory) Sales Manager for the Utah/Idaho/Wyoming area.
This salaried position offers a full suite of insurance benefits, 401(k), vacation, and holidays. Relocation package available for the right candidate. Come join our team!
The District Sales Manager is responsible for all aspects of sales, marketing, and account management for all accounts within a multi-state territory as part of the McWane family of businesses: M&H Valve Company (Anniston, AL) and Kennedy Valve Company (Elmira, NY). We are proud to say that our products are made in the USA! Grow the company market share through specific efforts and by managing, maintaining, and expanding existing distributor base while providing quality customer service in support of the sales and profitability goals for the assigned territory. Assists with technical questions and installation needs through superior product knowledge.
M&H Valve Company is a world-class manufacturer of water and wastewater materials including fire hydrants, resilient wedge gate valves, butterfly valves and check valves. Since 1854, M&H has developed a reputation for excellence and dependability. Our extensive facilities and innovative technologies have made us a business and community leader. From state-of-the-art environmental upgrades to advanced training initiatives and community outreach, we’re working every day to make sure that M&H Valve is the best in the business. M&H Valve Company is part of Birmingham, AL based McWane, Inc.
Click here to take a Facility Tour.
Screening:
- Pre-employment Drug Test
- Background Screening
- Physical
Kennedy Valve is a subsidiary of McWane, Inc. Kennedy Valve is currently seeking a professional, self-motivated individual to fill the role of Production Intern. This position reports to the Value Stream Manager. Top level priority of the Intern is to lead their team by managing their own words and behaviors, setting an example that engages employees. The Production Intern works closely with the VSM to direct the day-to-day activities of up to twenty hourly employees.