We are a leading manufacturer of water valves and fire hydrants. We are a division of McWane Corportation with sister companies in the US and Canada.The Iowa Valve Company was established in Oskaloosa in 1909 by W W Corey and Herman W Read to build hydrants and valves. The original location of “THE VALVE” is the current Machine Shop location on South Second St. the original buildings are still part of that facility. The Eddy Valve Company was founded in 1849 by George Eddy in Waterford New York. In 1878 Clow was formed in Chicago as a jobber of wrought iron pipe and other foundry products. The company was then known as James B Clow and Sons. Clow acquired Eddy Valve in 1945 and Iowa Valve in 1947. These were operated separately at their original locations until 1970 when they were merged in Oskaloosa under Clow Corporation, Valve Division.
The original South Second street facility housed all the operations of “THE VALVE”. This included a brass foundry, an iron foundry and the machine shop for machining and building of valves and hydrants. In 1967, demand had grown and the iron foundry was relocated and expanded to the southeast edge of Oskaloosa. When Eddy and Iowa were merged in Oskaloosa in 1970, the brass foundry was relocated to the iron foundry site on 17th Ave. East.
In June 1985, McWane Incorporated purchased all the stock of Clow and Clow became a wholly owned subsidiary of McWane. Clow Valve Company, including Oskaloosa and Corona, was formed and is how we are known today.
Today Clow Valve Company is a very well respected manufacturer of water works valves and fire hydrants. Clow manufactures 2” through 48” diameter Resilient Seated valves. Clow also manufactures dry and wet barrel fire hydrants. The Machine Shop and Metal Casting Facility utilize state of the art technology in both shops concerning safety, quality and production. The Clow Machine Shop has been ISO 9000 certified since 2002. The Foundry is recognized as a Voluntary Protection Program Merit Site as awarded by OSHA. Clow Valve is looking forward to operating in and benefiting Oskaloosa for the next 100 years.
Clow Valve's Metal Casting Facility has an opening for a 1st Shift Metal Tech.
1st Shift Hours: 5am-3:30pm
Starting Rate: $24.90; Qualified Rate: $25.32
Health insurance available after 60 days
$500 sign on bonus after 120 day probationary period completed.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Running a lathe.
- Removing molten metal from holding furnace and ladle stream for testing
- Operation of melt lab equipment including Pneumatic Rammer, Green Strength, Methylene Blue clay content, Permeability, and Moisture analysis.
- General clean up of area.
- Use of basic hand tools.
- Have a strong analytical sense.
Qualifications include but are not limited to:
- Frequent lifting/carrying of up to 10 lbs, some lifting of up to 50 lbs.
- Bending/ twisting/ and standing for greater than 8 hours.
- Ability to read and write and understand training and instruction.
- Good Oral and Written Communication.
- Ability to work in extreme heat.
- Must be able to utilize and work around moving machinery.
- Must be able to utilize proper PPE including: respirator, metatarsal guarded boots, eye protection, hearing protection, apron, gloves and sleeves.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
Skills Required
- Operate a lathe
- Remove molten metal from holding furnace and ladle stream for testing
- Operate melt lab equipment (Pneumatic Rammer, Green Strength, Methylene Blue clay content, Permeability, Moisture analysis)
- Perform general area cleanup and basic maintenance
- Use basic hand tools
- Strong analytical sense
- Frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
- Bending, twisting, and standing for greater than 8 hours
- Ability to read, write, and understand training and instructions
- Good oral and written communication
- Ability to work in extreme heat
- Ability to work around moving machinery
- Use proper PPE including respirator, metatarsal boots, eye and hearing protection, apron, gloves and sleeves
What We Do
McWane, Inc. is a global leader in the manufacture of waterworks and plumbing products, fire suppression solutions, and pressure vessels. The company provides a wide range of infrastructure components, including ductile iron pipes, fittings, and utility poles, aimed at ensuring clean water distribution and wastewater removal. With a commitment to sustainable infrastructure, McWane serves communities worldwide through its diverse family of industrial companies.
