Production Associate

Wabtec; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401k with company contribution

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Benefits begin day 1

Job summary

Wabtec in Greenville is seeking an entry-level production associate to perform sorting, packaging, assembly, and operate machinery to complete job orders. You will move materials with forklift, read work instructions, and work with electrical and mechanical equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Candidates should have 0-1 years in manufacturing, the ability to obtain a forklift license, and basic math and measuring skills.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years experience in manufacturing environment; high school or technical school industrial training preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift license.
• Experience with hand and power tools preferred.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• Ability to read & interpret drawings & work procedures.
• Ability for critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in an enclosed area in an air supplied suit.
• Must be willing to work in team environment.
• Able to work with little supervision, is self-motivated and a self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Package components for shipment.
• Basic assembly of components.
• Move material to and from workstation by forklift, hand, cart and crane as required.
• Work with electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Maintain equipment as required.
• Use machinery safely and efficiently.
• Inspect and test completed units.
• Read and interpret work instructions, schematics, blueprints, and drawings.
• Interpret routing instructions.
• Tag or mark identifying information on parts.
• Grease or lubricate parts as required.
• Adjust and grind down parts if necessary.
• Blast parts as required.
• Inspect parts for flaws and imperfections.
• Measured dimensions.
• Weigh and count parts.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Follow all housekeeping and safety rules.
• Other duties as required

Skills

Forklift license

Reading drawings

Basic math

Hand tools

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or technical training

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Crane operation

Job description

This position is located in our small, but growing, manufacturing and overhaul/repair facility located in Greenville. We primarily manufacture and overhaul components for the transit industry (subway and commuter rail). We have been in operation for over 50 years and offer fantastic benefits and stable work environment. Benefits include medical/dental/vision as well as many supplemental options at low rates. Company provided life insurance and short term disability are provided at no cost to employees and our 401k plan provides a 3% company contribution. Benefit coverage begins on day 1!

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Transtech, you will be responsible for performing general entry level production activities to include component sorting, packaging, transporting, assembly, and operating machinery to complete job orders.

What do we want to know about you?

• 0-1 years experience in manufacturing environment; high school or technical school industrial training preferred
• Ability to obtain forklift license
• Experience withhand and power tools preferred
• Basic mathand measuring skills
• Ability to read & interpret drawings & work procedures
• Ability for critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in an enclosed area in an air supplied suit
• Must be willing to work in team environment
• Able to workwith little supervision, is self-motivated and a self-starter

What will your typical day look like?

• Package components for shipment
• Basic assembly of components
• Move material to and from workstation by forklift, hand, cart and crane as required
• Work with electrical and mechanical equipment
• Maintain equipment as required
• Usemachinery safely and efficiently
• Inspect andtest completed units
• Read andinterpret work instructions, schematics, blueprints, and drawings
• Interpret routing instructions.
• Tag or mark identifying information on parts
• Grease or lubricate parts as required
• Adjust and grind down parts if necessary
• Blast parts as required
• Inspectparts for flaws and imperfections
• Measuredimensions
• Weigh and count parts
• Performbasic mathematical calculations
• Follow all housekeeping and safety rules
• Other duties as required

What about the physical demands of the job?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk and talk or hear; and use hands and fingers to handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an indoor manufacturing environment. The employee will work in areas exposed to production activities to include but not limited to production machinery, assembly operations, overhead cranes usage, and forklift traffic. The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to workplace hazards.

Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn, apply and teach new information or skills; and interact with other employees, customers and vendors.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

The hourly rate for this role starts at $20.00

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0 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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