Assembly Technician

Company Description

Job Description

Assemblers will perform multiple tasks while manufacturing locomotive/mining components, to include the installation of wiring harnesses and associated components, installation and/or connection of piping, limited tack welding, paint and associated application processes and material movement. Assemblers will use a variety of hand, electric, and pneumatic tools. Assemblers are responsible for working together to improve manufacturing processes and promote a climate of cooperation.

Assembly may include but is not limited to the following:

• The sub-assembly of components and full assembly of finished
• The installation and/or connection of wiring harnesses and associated Electronic components
• The installation and/or connection of piping and associated plumbing components
• The set up and completion, of various simple welding operations
• Testing of assembly components for oil and/or air leaks, simple electrical malfunctions and various other simple testing. Repairs to be made when failures are detected
• The use of standard machine tools including, but not limited to drill press, band saw, lathe, press breaks, laser, pipe bender, spot welder etc., and a variety of hand, electric, and pneumatic tools will be required
• Paint applications will include, but not limited to dry sanding, masking, unmasking, finish paint, stencil, seal and touch up
• Material transport may include the use of but not limited to radio-controlled cranes, forklifts and tuggers
• Prying and setting heavy equipment
• Work with all facility employees on improving manufacturing processes through prototyping, fabrication and experimental machining to develop and prove concepts and design and implement necessary fixtures and tooling for manufacturing improvements
• Promote climate of cooperation, leading by example mentoring others in quality, safety, environmental, lean and high-performance work team philosophies

Minimum Requirements

• 4-day (Monday through Thursday), 10-hour shift work week. Shift hours are 3:15PM - 1:45AM. Must be able to work scheduled shift hours.
• Starting pay rate is $27.61 per hour (up to $28.75/hour after 6-month progression and $29.68/hr at 4 years of service) .
• Must be able to read blueprints, schematics and manufacturing instructions in a sufficient manner to complete the assigned assembly tasks
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using electrical and/or pneumatic hand tools
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High-school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs and safety shoes
• Must be willing to work in a tobacco-free environment
• Be willing to take a drug test, physical & submit to a background check as part of the selection process
• Be willing to submit to random drug tests
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
• Must be willing to work as necessary to meet requirements of the position, including the ability to work occasional weekends and scheduled overtime
• Must be able to complete some operations at heights up to 20 ft.
• Must be able to climb and complete some work on ladders
• Must be able to lift material up to 40 lbs.
• Must have ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment
• Must be able to adhere to standards, do a quality job in a safe manner and within acceptable time
• Every employee will be an in-process inspector

Desired Skill Sets

• Auto Body experience
• Electrostatic Painting experience
• Manufacturing experience
• Plumbing experience
• Light Welding experience
• Warehouse experience
• Construction experience
• Related technical/vocational school experience

Qualifications

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.

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