Assembler II

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak LLC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and safety prioritized

Career development

Competitive pay progression

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Company paid life and disability

Paid holidays and vacation

Retirement plan with match

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition

Job summary

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak LLC in Knoxville, TN is seeking an Assembler to grind, weld, fit, and assemble rail points per engineering specifications. You will work on steel, iron, and manganese track components at our Knoxville plant, contributing to quality track solutions.

The role requires basic reading of orders, tool handling, and a safety-minded approach. This position offers growth, competitive pay, and benefits in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Welding, forklift, and crane certification preferred.
• Ability to read work orders and blueprints preferred.
• Experience with measuring tools preferred.
• Basic arithmetic skills required.
• Experience in railroad industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic benders or presses to straighten manganese castings.
• Safely operate jib and overhead cranes.
• Ability to operate grinder, welder and power tools.
• Proficiently assemble all switch points built at plant.
• Safely operate powered industrial truck.
• Able to work with little supervision.
• Adhere to Nortrak’s Safety, Quality and Environmental Procedures, Practices and Policies.
• Routine cleanup of work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Basic math

Railroad experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Job description

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak LLC

Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak!

Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy spanning 160 years, we leadthe industry in shaping the future of rail solutions. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we are committed to delivering quality products and services, including rails, turnouts,fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we prioritize the well-being of our people,global mobility, andsustainability andinnovation.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled, motivated, and results-driven individuals shape our culture demonstrating our corevalues of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion,and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality,showing genuinecare for one another's growth and development, acommitment to our customers, andfostering strong relationships within the Nortrak Team and with our customers.

We are currently looking for an Assembler to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Assembler is responsible for grinding, welding, fitting, and assembling all steel, iron, and manganese rail points for track work related products to the specifications provided by engineering.

Task and Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic benders or presses to straighten manganese castings.
• Safely operate jib and overhead cranes.
• Ability to operate grinder, welder and power tools.
• Proficiently assemble all switch points built at plant.
• Safely operate powered industrial truck.
• Able to work with little supervision.
• Adhere to Nortrak’s Safety, Quality and Environmental Procedures, Practices and Policies.
• Routine cleanup of work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements (e.g. education, experience, skills and desired competencies)

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Welding, Forklift and Crane certification preferred.
• Ability to read work orders and blueprints preferred.
• Experience with measuring tools preferred.
• Basic mathematical calculation experience in adding and subtracting whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Experience in Railroad Industry is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and pushing, pulling, or lifting objects for the duration of your required schedule shift.
• Use hands and arms to operate tools, handle materials, and reach for the duration of your required scheduled shift.
• Regularly lift and carry 30–35 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Hearing abilities necessary to perform job tasks safely and effectively.

Working Location

• Knoxville, Tennessee

Benefits

• A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture
• We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority
• Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression
• Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak (“Nortrak”) is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG (www.voestalpine.com) one of Europe’s premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Nortrak is closely affiliated with voestalpine’s Railway Systems group which operates in 21 countries across the globe to provide cutting edge system-based solutions to railroads and transits. Our website is https://www.voestalpine.com/nortrak/en/

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.