Assembler

Wabtec Corp.; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Annual bonus (optional)

Job summary

Wabtec Corp. in Salem, VA seeks an assembly-oriented individual to join the team. You will follow work instructions to assemble, test, and package products, train in multiple cells as needed, and maintain clean, safe work areas on the production floor.

Experience with hand/power tools and basic math/reading skills are important, along with the ability to follow written or verbal directions. A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• You have a wide variety of hand or power tools experience for assembly purposes.
• You have proven math, reading, and computer skills.
• You are able to receive and execute written or verbal instruction.
• You have a high school diploma or GED (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assemble or disassemble on a production line.
• You may be asked to assist or train in multiple work cells.
• Follows specified work instructions to assemble, test, and package products for shipment, as required.
• Follow applicable ISO procedures.
• Keep work area clean and in order.
• Follow all company safety procedure and guidelines.
• Report malfunction of equipment and process deviations.

Skills

Tool experience

Math & reading

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

You will work with a broad range of talented individuals to deliver quality products in a timely manner. You’ll work alongside Assemblers and partner with professionals across multiple departments.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Assembly team, you will follow specified work instructions and/or engineering parts drawings to assemble a wide variety of products. You will be responsible for the quality of your work, which includes accurate counts and meeting production standards. You will continually look for ways to improve our production processes.

What do we want to know about you?

• You have a wide variety of hand or power tools experience for assembly purposes?
• You have proven math, reading, and computer skills?
• Are you able to receive and execute written or verbal instruction?
• You have a high school diploma or GED (preferred)?

What will your typical day look like?

• Assemble or disassemble on a production line. You may be asked to assist or train in multiple work cells.
• Follows specified work instructions to assemble, test, and package products for shipment, as required.
• Follow applicable ISO procedures
• Keep work area clean and in order
• Follow all company safety procedure and guidelines
• Report malfunction of equipment and process deviations to appropriate personnel.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Constant handling, reaching outward, lifting 10lbs or less
• Frequent standing, walking
• Occasional sitting, reaching up/over shoulder, climbing, bending, lifting up to 50lbs.

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 $15.50 - $17.50/hr.

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

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $15.50-$17.00 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 mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

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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