Quality Technician

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

This position is located in our small, but growing, manufacturing and overhaul/repair facility located in Greenville. We primarily manufacture and overhaul components for the transit industry (subway and commuter rail). We have been in operation for over 50 years and offer fantastic benefits and stable work environment. Benefits include medical/dental/vision as well as many supplemental options at low rates. Company provided life insurance and short term disability are provided at no cost to employees and our 401k plan provides a 6% company contribution. Benefit coverage begins on day 1! We also provide paid time off after 6 months and 12 paid holidays per year.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of Trastech you will be responsible to maintains quality standards by approving incoming materials, and records inspection results.

What do we want to know about you?

Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred

Experience: Minimum 2 years inspection experience with various gauging and equipment.
Qualifications: Determined on a task by task basis and monitored by Supervisor.
· Computer Skills: must be proficient in general computer skills
o Required:
▪ Windows & Microsoft Office
▪ Outlook
▪ Excel (medium proficiency)
▪ Phone system – Teams, or similar preferred
▪ Communication skills
Self-Motivated – demonstrating the initiative required to ensure thoroughness in all things including researching and a desire to learn while making intelligent and common sense decisions

What will your typical day look like?

First shift position - 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday-Friday

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include, but not limited, to the following:

• Adheres to all safety programs and precautions and PPE requirements.
• Adheres to all 5S practices. Keep work area clean and organized.
• Inspects purchased parts, assemblies, accessories, and materials for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments and devices: Examines items for defects in materials, work, and damage occurring in transit.
• Compares quantity and part number of items received with procurement data and other specifications to ensure completeness and accuracy of order.
• Inspects and measures items for dimensional accuracy, fit, alignment, and functional operation, according to blueprints, parts manuals, company and other specifications, using calibrated precision measuring instruments and devices. Visual inspection is also a form of inspection.
• Approves or rejects items, and records inspection and disposition information.
• May test hardness of metals, using testing equipment.
• May examine x rays of welded parts to determine that welds conform to established standards.
• May inspect outgoing and production line parts and materials.
• May prepare inspection procedure outlines for reference use in subsequent inspections, using data obtained from blueprints, customer specifications, and catalogs.
• Adheres to applicable procedures and/or processes such as measuring and test, control of non-conforming product, change management and concession/deviation management.
• Support Quick Response Quality Control (QRQC) process.
• Reading blueprints
• Using tape measures, calipers, I.D. and O.D. micrometers
• Weld knowledge
• “Faro or CMM experience would be a plus”
• Other duties may be assigned depending on business needs.

What about the physical demands of the job?

Determined on a task by task basis and monitored by Supervisor.

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.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, for the duration of the work shift, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk and talk or hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an indoor manufacturing environment. The employee will work in areas exposed to production activities to include but not limited to production machinery, assembly operations, overhead cranes usage, and forklift traffic. The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to workplace hazards.

Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; and interact with other employees, customers

The hourly rate for this role is in the range of $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

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.

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.

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

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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