Rail Brake Shoe Molder & Assembler

Wabtec Corporation; Maxton (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a manufacturing teammate in North Carolina to support weigh out, assemble, and transport materials for molding cycles within the Railroad Friction Products group.

The role emphasizes safety, accurate material handling, quality checks, and on-site attendance; a high school diploma or GED is required, with the ability to read and write basic instructions and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions and handle a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company established safety and employment rules.
• Identify and use correct materials per the mold charge sheet.
• Clean and soap molds after each cycle (heat).
• Visually check mold pressures and temperatures for maintenance malfunctions.
• Move molded shoes from the press to the cleaning table or conveyor.
• De-flash excess material from molded slabs and shoes and perform required thickness checks.
• Remove bars from slabs and place slabs into saw.
• Visually inspect shoes for defects and notify QA of defects.
• Place finished shoes in correct storage boxes.
• Report all machine and maintenance problems immediately.
• Follow all 5S procedures including standard work.
• Record production and quality information.
• Regular on-site attendance is required.
• Other Duties may be assigned

Job description

Wabtec is seeking a manufacturing teammate in North Carolina to support weigh out, assemble, and transport materials for molding cycles within the Railroad Friction Products group.

The role emphasizes safety, accurate material handling, quality checks, and on-site attendance; a high school diploma or GED is required, with the ability to read and write basic instructions and communicate effectively.