Job Description
Wabtec – Motive Equipment (MEI) produces cab comfort products for locomotives. We are ISO9001 certified and firmly committed to continually providing consistently high levels of quality and reliability, competitive products, to meet or exceed Wabtec customer expectations in a timely manner, and continually improving the effectiveness of the quality management system.
How will you make a difference?
As a member of the Motive Equipment location of Wabtec, you will be responsible for production of quality products. The Assembler reports directly to the Production Supervisor, and indirectly to The Shop Floor Leads. The Production team ensures compliance with Wabtec’s quality standards, while working efficiently and effectively within a lean environment, and is instrumental in furnishing our customers with a quality and reliable product.
What do we want to know about you?
Ability to work effectively unsupervised.
Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues that may arise and create solutions.
Ability to respond positively to feedback and implement change in process and procedures as needed.
Ability to understand and interpret drawings, BOMs and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Possess basic math skills.
Requires a basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
What will your typical day look like?
Assembles components according to blueprints, routers, work orders, checklists, and specifications to build, assemble, and test parts and finished goods that meet quality standards in an accurate and timely fashion.
Accurately completes assembly checklists.
Monitors stock bins in work area and reports stock needs to Shop Floor Lead(s).
Ensures a safe and healthy work environment by following company standards and procedures.
Adheres to the Wabtec Code of Conduct.
Other duties as assigned.
What about the physical demands of the job?
Employee is regularly required to:
Hear.
Read, write, and communicate in English.
Stand and/or walk for 6 hours at a time, with minimal breaks.
Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds independently or up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Vision abilities include close and distance vision, color distinction, and observe small handwriting, labels, and components.
Operate forklift and overhead crane
Employee is always required to wear steel toed shoes and safety glasses.
Employee is required to wear hearing protection in designated areas.
The Position requires the employee to be on-site during scheduled shift to perform daily duties and responsibilities.
Requires daily face-to-face interaction and communication with employees on production line and management.
Work Environment:
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
The hourly rate for this role is in the range of $18.50 - $20.00 per hour.
The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.mywabtecbenefits.com
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Additional Information
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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