Operative

Wabtec Corporation

Northampton

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 32,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus
Life assurance
Sick Pay
Pension
Holiday 23 days
Free hot drinks
Access to retail discounts
Medicash health plan

Job summary

Wabtec Corp. in Northampton is seeking a hands-on operator for the Sectional Core/Core Plant. You will work the 22:00–06:00 shift (38 hours/week), processing radiators cores on the production line and checking quality during the process.

PPE is supplied and training provided. You should be a collaborative team player with a practical mindset, good communication, flexibility, and attention to housekeeping. The role involves lifting heavy equipment in a manual environment and may include

Qualifications

  • Team player with a positive can-do attitude.
  • Practical, hands on.
  • Have good communication skills.
  • Willing to work flexibly.
  • Attention to good Housekeeping.

Responsibilities

  • Process cores (radiators) through the manufacturing production line.
  • Check quality of the product during the process.
  • Work in a manual environment.
  • Lift heavy equipment with magnetic hoists and chain/strap hoists.
  • You may be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, with adequate training provided.

Skills

Team player
Hands-on
Good communication
Flexible
Housekeeping

Job description

Job Description
Who will you be working with?

Bearward Engineering is a Northampton based firm manufacturing radiators for the power generation industry.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Sectional Core/Core Plant department team, working on the 22:00-06:00 shift (38 hours/week) from Sunday to Thursday, you will be responsible for working in a manual environment, the role is to process cores (radiators) through the manufacturing production line, checking quality of the product during the process. PPE supplied; safety glasses, ear protection, overalls, gloves, safety boots (and visors where relevant).

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

What do we want to know about you?
  • Team player with a positive can-do attitude.
  • Practical, hands on.
  • Have good communication skills.
  • Willing to work flexibly.
  • Attention to good Housekeeping.
What about the physical demands of the job?

A manual environment, lifting heavy equipment with magnetic hoists and chain/strap hoists.

Benefits
  • Retention bonus (up-to £650)
  • 4 x life assurance
  • Sick Pay scheme
  • Pension
  • Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays
  • Free hot drinks
  • Access to retail discounts
  • Medicash health plan
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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