Remanufacturing Technician 2nd Shift

industrial maintenance jobs; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a Remanufacturing Technician to safely disassemble, clean, requalify, rework and assemble Traction Motor Combo components using manual and automated equipment.

The role emphasizes adherence to quality procedures, EHS policies, and lean manufacturing principles, with potential for welding or NDT work after training. Typical shift is 1:30pm–10:00pm on-site in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of related manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of EHS procedures and policies.
• Ability to use manual equipment and hand tools safely.
• Working knowledge of inspection measurement equipment.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform disassembly, cleaning, requalification, rework and assembly on Traction Motor Combo components.
• Inspect work to internal criteria for quality or engineering compliance.
• Support lean manufacturing with 5S and takt-time objectives.
• Possibly perform welding or non-destructive testing with required training/certification.
• Sign-off on process documentation for each work step.
• Process components per internal processing requirements.

Skills

EHS procedures

Manual tools use

Inspection measuring tools

Lean manufacturing

Quality procedures

Product line knowledge

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value‑added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world‑class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital‑rail‑and‑transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 30,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else’s life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Description:

The Remanufacturing Technician will safely perform disassembly, clean, requalification, rework and assembly operations on Traction Motor Combo components utilizing manual and automated equipment in accordance with quality procedures. Inspect work completed on components to internal inspection criteria for compliance to quality or engineering requirements. Responsible to perform work in a safe manor in support of lean manufacturing principals such as but not limited to 5s or single piece flow to required takt time. In some cases, you may have to perform special process such as welding or non‑destructive testing which will require special process training or certification.

Monday to Friday 1:30pm to 10:00pm

$27.50/hr plus $1hr Shift differential

Responsibilities:

• Safely perform work in compliance with all EHS policies and procedures.
• Provide manufacturing support for manufacture or remanufacture of UX Traction Motor Combo components for the facility.
• Utilize manual and automated production equipment, various hydraulic or pneumatic tools for completion of responsibilities in accordance with in‑house manufacturing and quality procedures to ensure all products meet specified requirements.
• Inspect work completed on components to internal inspection criteria for compliance to quality or engineering requirements utilizing fixtures, precision measuring devices and or testing protocols.
• Sign‑off on the process documentation for each of the work steps performed.
• Required to process components in compliance with internal processing requirements.
• Perform any additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge of EHS procedures and policies
• Ability to use manual equipment and hand tools safely
• Working knowledge of inspection measurement equipment
• Understanding of all manufacturing and quality procedures associating assigned product line in a lean manufacturing environment

Training requirements:

• Safely progress though on the job training
• Successful completion of quality audit to internal procedures on assigned product line and/or equipment
• Demonstrate ability to safely complete job tasks utilizing manual or automated equipment as well as use of gages needed for inspection or testing as required
• Demonstrate ability to document and record inspection results per in‑house procedures
• Maintain acceptable defect rates
• Where applicable, complete safety and special process training and or certification

What about the physical demand of the job:

Physical Demands: (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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Employees are required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Employees are required to walk, stand, bend and lift throughout the day.
• This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods, including full shifts as part of the essential job and responsibilities.
• The position requires the employee to be on‑site during the scheduled shift to perform daily duties and responsibilities.

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and stockroom environment
• Exposure to varying temperatures, machinery, powered industrial equipment, and material handling operations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.