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Wabtec

Kansas City, MO

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SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Component Assembly, Computer Workstations, Continuous Improvement, Crane, Detail Oriented, Disassemblers, Drilling Equipment, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Mechanical Assembly, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Control, Production Systems, Quality Control, Rail Cargo, Regulations, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Testing, Welding, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Kansas City, MO

POSTED

1 day ago

Company Description

Job Description

Who will you be working with:

As a Radiator Shop technician, you will work closely with production line operators, line leaders, and supervisors within your immediate work area. Your interactions will extend to quality control teams who verify component standards, safety manager ensuring workplace protocols, and the maintenance team to support equipment needs. Your role requires effective communication and collaboration across multiple teams to maintain manufacturing efficiency and product quality.

How would you make the difference:

This position is responsible for using a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, work instructions to perform a series of operations to correctly disassemble, assemble, and test components in the Radiator Shop. Additionally, this position may be responsible for operation of equipment including magnetic drill, power washer, driving forklift, light welding, and overhead cranes. This position operates within a production line environment where each process feeds into or supports the next operation. Precision, quality and adherence to safety and process standards are critical to success in this role.

Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm. This position might require flexibility to work overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.

4800 Deramus Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120 •

What do we want to know about you:

Minimum Qualifications and requirements: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)

High school degree or equivalent preferred
Knowledge of basic mechanics engineering, hand tools, and machine testing procedures
Preferred: 1+ year of experience performing mechanical jobs, assembly and disassembly.
Experience working with overhead cranes is a plus, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Preferred: Mechanical training (votech or previous job experience) a plus but not required.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently in English.
Problem solving
Communication and collaboration skills

What will your typical day look like?

Follow detailed disassembly and assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
Disassembles, assembles, and test components by utilizing hand and power tools.
Cleans and buffs, straighten components.
Wash components with a power washer.
Blowout parts to remove dirt and debris.
May require operation of a crane, forklift, light welding, and magnetic drill.
Understand the risks and safety requirements in each workstation to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.
Keep the area organized and free of clutter and trip hazards.
Adhere to all overhead crane requirements, rules, regulations, safety and proper operation.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with 5S protocol.
Make sure that schedules are running exactly as they are listed.
Understand output requirements and work efficiently to ensure hourly and daily goals are met.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs) for teardown, assembly and testing of units.
Ensure equipment is operating properly, turn off equipment when not in use.
Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Washing, Cleaning, organizing, preparing material, repairing parts, fixing quality issues, 5S, painting.
Must be willing to be cross trained.
Follow all safety protocols and adhere to all PPE requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

What about the physical demands 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Employee is required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on regular basis.
Employee is required to walk 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 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 shop environment that is non-temperature-controlled production environment, with exposure to varying temperatures and other environmental factors.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $22.50 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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