Tool & Die Technician 2nd Shift

POSITION OVERVIEW The Wabtec location in Jackson, TN is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Manufacturing Engineering Technician. The ideal candidate will approach day to day work with a world class attitude while interacting with other team members from other departments. This candidate will possess specialized expertise in technical processes or procedures to perform a broad range of complex work assignments. They will, at times complete work assignments while facilitating the work activities of others. Work completed will take place in all process areas of the facility. The individual will work autonomously within established policies and procedures; proposing improvements to processes as needed. This position is being posted for 2nd or 3rd shift. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 8+ years in a high-performance manufacturing environment Tool and Die (Diploma from Technology College for Tool & Die/Machinist a plus) Set up and adjustment of presses used for manufacturing fins for heat exchangers OTHER SKILLS AND PERSONAL TRAITS BEING SOUGHT Welding: Arc, MIG, and TIG on mild steel, stainless, and aluminum AutoCAD 3D Modeling using Inventor/SolidWorks CNC programming Punch press programming PLC Knowledge Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies such as TPM, WCM Creating and modifying procedures, work instructions, and job hazard analyses Involvement with capital projects aimed at safety incident reduction, quality rate improvement, and downtime reduction Attention to detail Excellent communication skills Time Management Practical Problem Solving: (Root cause Analysis, PDCA, Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving…) Microsoft office Blueprint and schematic reading Forklift certification Ability to multi-task Machine and electrical safety standards The ability to analyze and interpret data RESPONSIBILITIES Promote a safe and environmentally friendly culture Perform preventative maintenance tasks on progressive punch press equipment Develop new product tooling and fixturing Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problems and possible solutions such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or rearrangement of parts or subassemblies. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products such as industrial equipment and machinery, power equipment, servo systems, machine tools, and measuring instruments. Analyzes indicated and calculated test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives and modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications. Records test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test method. Process and initiate engineering change requests to drive improvements in quality, cost, lead time, and capacity Work directly with operators, supervisors, and engineering in running, maintaining, troubleshooting of automated stamping, machining, and assembly equipment Maintain shift work records to track work completed Work with other ME Technicians on projects (quality rate improvements, downtime reduction, etc.) Gather and analyze process data to reduce tooling costs, maintain or exceed capacity vs. demand targets, as well as other improvement initiatives Champion a Lean culture QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The pay range for this role is $32.00-$36.00. 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. 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). 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr