Operator I

Wabtec Corporation; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 56,481,600 - 59,236,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Bonus potential

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Wytheville, VA seeks an operator to run compression presses, perform TPM maintenance, and ensure product quality. Responsibilities include oiling, greasing, painting, curing and inspecting parts per SOPs, with strict adherence to safety and housekeeping standards.

The role requires physical ability to handle lifting up to 50 lbs and routine standing. Prior education is preferred; on-site work with potential for overtime and benefits as described.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanical ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Willingness to perform manual tasks and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate compression presses in a safe, controlled manner.
• Perform TPM, oiling, greasing, and booth cleaning.
• Mix urethane spray and manage curing and inspection steps.
• Maintain TPM checklists and daily chemical usage records.
• Monitor inventory and requisition materials as needed.
• Adhere to PPE and work environment safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Tow Motor

Molds

Scales

Job description

Job Description

cell in compliance with established safety requirements, SOIs and housekeeping requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the job follow. Management may assign other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

• Operation of compression presses
• Performs TPM of packing cup cell to include oiling; greasing; entering, scraping and cleaning of booth.
• Mixes urethane spray according to SOI
• Operates tow motor, retrieves appropriate mold from racks and installs in press according to SOI
• Cures, buffs, paints, post cures and inspects and packages parts according to SOI
• Troubles shoots processes on the curing and spraying stages of job
• Performs first and last piece inspections
• Maintains all documentation needed for cell (TPM checklist, inspection documents, and daily chemical usage)
• Bleeds lines, flushes with toluene, and performs preventive maintenance on spraying equipment
• Monitors inventory levels of materials, completes requisitions to replenish inventory levels as necessary

MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT & TOOLS USED

• Scales
• Molds
• Tow Motor

MATERIALS, PROCESS PARTS & FINISHED PRODUCTS USED

• Compounds
• Paint
• Packing cups
• Catalyst
• Sand paper
• Primer

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma/GED preferred

EXPERIENCE

None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Mechanical ability sufficient to troubleshoot equipment and processing problems

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasionally bend; stoop; and lift up to 50 lbs. (less than 2 hours/8 hour work day)
• Frequently stand; walk; talk; hear; use hands and fingers to handle; reach with hands and arms (up to 6-hours/8 hours day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Safety shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection are required
• Exposed to extreme surface temperatures of molds
• The ambient temperature level can exceed 100 degrees in summer months
• Exposed to chemicals, not to exceed PELs
• Astute attention to quality of air in work environment

Compensation and Benefits

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly rate for this role is currently $20.26 per hour. 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.

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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