Operations - Production Operations I (Direct)-Contingent Worker

This role is specific to the McPherson, KS location machine operator position.
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How will you make a difference?
As a member of the McPherson-based team, you will be a critical contributor to our manufacturing excellence. Your primary responsibility is to transform raw materials into precision-engineered components by expertly setting up and operating specialized machinery. Your role demands precision in both technical execution and administrative tasks, including accurate time tracking, material requisition, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment. By combining technical skill, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, you will play a vital role in delivering high-performance solutions that drive Wabtec's reputation for manufacturing innovation. You will report directly to the Production Supervisor, as well as the Plant Manager.
What do we want to know about you?
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience
3-5+ years in custom build shop preferred
Technical Skills
Ability to read and understand blueprints
Ability to operate a computer to read and input data
Ability to operate hand tools and read measuring devices
Ability to read and interpret 3D prints/schematics to complete standard work
Behavioral Attributes
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management
Ability to hold themselves accountable for results
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to think critically and troubleshoot problems

What will your typical day look like?
Role and Responsibilities
Set-up machines
Locate and identify material for use on job to be performed.
Correctly complete material requisitions.
Produce a completed part to quality standards using appropriate equipment
Accurately enter time and labor reporting daily.
Handle material, tools and equipment manually or with jib crane
Layout, cut and fit parts as required to weld in place.
Fabricate new metal components in accordance with product data sheets and in compliance with all applicable standards of safety and performance.
Solve problems and develop innovative solutions to novel situations that require a fresh approach while still maintaining required standards of safety, stability, and security.
Maintain tools and equipment to a professional standard. Keep workstation clean and orderly to retain a safe and operational work environment.
Coordinate workflow with other members of the team and third-party agents.
Maintain high quality standards as determined by quality and engineering standards.
Manage workflow, meet deadlines, and troubleshoot problems on a daily basis, in addition to fabrication duties.
Employ physical strength and endurance to complete all machining tasks.
Perform additional duties as deemed necessary.
General Duties
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
Ability to fabricate small components.
Complete production and quality assurance forms.
Participate actively in team meetings and group discussions.
Interface with engineering to accurately communicate information.
Actively participate in continuous improvement activities or events as required.
Adhere to Quality Management System Requirements.
Follow and maintain 5S activities.
Ability to read and comprehend procedures written in English.

What about the physical demands of the job?
Ability to stand for approximately 10 hours per day.
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Position requires frequent standing and repetitive use of hands.
Bending over, climbing, reaching overhead, kneeling and pushing/pulling are required occasionally.

The typical working hours for this role are 6:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday. Overtime hours may be available or even required according to business needs and within the parameters of any applicable federal/state laws.