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Assembler

Wabtec Corp

Assembler

Kansas City, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Shuttlewagon, a Wabtec Company is looking for an a mechanical Assembler. The Assembler is responsible for producing highly engineered, custom built mobile material handling machinery for rail related markets by using mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic assembly techniques as well as welding, electrical wiring and hitching on overhead cranes and jibs.

    • - Read and follow standard work, BOM’s, blueprints, routings, specifications and other diagrams/instructions in order to build and assemble parts and equipment in an accurate and timely fashion

      • Obtain necessary tools and equipment
      • Handle material, tools and equipment manually or with jib crane, performing own hitching as required
      • Follows piping diagrams or other instructions to connect hydraulic/pneumatic hosing or piping accurately and timely
      • Maintain high quality standards
      • Consistently maintains level of productivity as determined by management
      • Spray paint parts as required
      • Layout, cut and fit parts as required to weld in place
      • Prepare machinery for shipping
      • Rebuild machinery and clean, repair, disassemble, reassemble, and adjust machine as necessary
    • Wiring Principal Duties- Follow wiring diagrams/schematics to connect electrical cabling accurately and timely

      • Perform wiring sequence for point to point direct or harness wiring
      • Wire mounting panels and junction boxes per documentation/instructions
      • Create or re-wire harnesses and cables per documentation
    • General Duties- Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

      • Ability to fabricate small components
      • Complete production and quality assurance forms
      • Participate actively in team meetings and group discussions
      • Interface with engineering to accurately communicate information
      • Actively participate in continuous improvement activities or events as required
      • Adhere to Quality Management System Requirements
      • 5S activities
      • Ability to read and comprehend procedures written in English
    • **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Education**- High school diploma or equivalent required

    • Experience - 3-5+ years in custom build shop preferred

    • Technical Skills - Ability to read and understand blueprints

    * Ability to operate a computer to read and input data
    * Ability to operate hand tools and read measuring devices
    * Ability to read and interpret 3D prints/schematics to complete standard work
    
    • Behavioral Attributes - Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management
    * Ability to hold themselves accountable for results
    * Mechanical aptitude
    * Ability to think critically and troubleshoot problems
    * Desire to win
    

    Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

    You should be proficient in:

    • Shop Math Skills
    • Excellent Communication Skills
    • High School / GED

    Salary info:

    $18 - $23 / hr