Assembler

Wabtec - Now hiring for an Assembler

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL

Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour + Sign on bonus after the probationary period

Parts, Pieces, Paychecks -Time to Assemble Your Future.

Looking for Assembler jobs in Buffalo Grove where craftsmanship and precision come together? This opportunity lets you assemble quality products using hand tools, mechanical skills, and detailed work instructions while helping keep production running efficiently.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today.

Job Duties

• Assemble bus door panels and component kits using blueprints, BOMs, and standard work instructions.
• Install roller brackets, hinges, seals, hardware, glass windows, sensors, handles, and other door components.
• Operate hand tools, electric tools, and pneumatic equipment to complete production assemblies.
• Measure, cut, and install rubber seals, sensitive edges, wiring, and related components according to specifications.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet customer and manufacturing standards.
• Apply touch-up paint, adhesives, and caulking as required during final assembly.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area while meeting production schedules and quality expectations.
• Support additional manufacturing and production tasks as assigned with appropriate training.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, bills of materials (BOMs), process standard sheets (PSS), and work instructions.
• Basic math and measuring skills preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Previous manufacturing, assembly, production, or warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and power tools is a plus.
• Ability to learn complex assembly processes, product configurations, and quality standards.
• Typically requires up to one year to achieve full proficiency in all job-related responsibilities.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Capable of handling, positioning, and assembling large door panel components.
• Manual dexterity required for using hand tools, installing hardware, and completing detailed assembly work.
• Ability to lift, move, and manipulate materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to meet drug screening and fitness-for-duty requirements, where applicable.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

Real work. Real pay. Apply today.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

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