Airbrake Technician - Fast-Paced Manufacturing & Benefits

Staffmark Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package

Life & Disability Insurance

401(k) plan

Safe manufacturing environment

Job summary

Wabtec is hiring an Airbrake Technician in Kansas City, MO to support production with hands-on assembly, inspection, and packing of air brake components. This direct-hire role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to 5S and SOPs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, enjoy tool-work, and a strong eye for detail. The position offers consistent hours, overtime potential, and competitive pay with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and safety requirements.
• Ability to safely use hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble air brake components using hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
• Clean, wash, buff, and prepare components for remanufacturing.
• Inspect parts and identify defects, damage, or non-conforming conditions.
• Follow detailed work instructions, SOPs, routing documents, and safety procedures.
• Process materials according to production schedules and workflow requirements.
• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace following 5S standards.
• Rotate between workstations and support production flow as needed.
• Communicate production issues, material shortages, and safety concerns to leadership.
• Cross-train in multiple work areas to support operational flexibility.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Quality workmanship

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Wabtec is hiring an Airbrake Technician in Kansas City, MO to support production with hands-on assembly, inspection, and packing of air brake components. This direct-hire role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to 5S and SOPs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, enjoy tool-work, and a strong eye for detail. The position offers consistent hours, overtime potential, and competitive pay with benefits.