Entry-Level Turbocharger Assembler

About the role

Precision Turbo and Engine (PTE), a Wabtec subsidiary founded in 1987 and based in Northwest Indiana, manufactures high-performance aftermarket turbochargers and boost control products. It is looking for an entry-level assembler to join its assembly team, performing repetitive bench and assembly-line operations to produce turbochargers and boost control products and prepare components for production. This is a Monday through Friday day-shift role with rare overtime.

Key responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and place parts in the correct relationship, installing bolts, clips and screws in the right order
• Inspect components and assemblies and notify the supervisor of non-conforming parts
• Operate advanced equipment such as VSR and component balancers, run fault analysis and determine corrective action
• Work at different workstations and on the line as production needs change
• Identify and document manufactured turbochargers, including serialization
• Monitor inventory levels, advise the supervisor and coordinate with subcontractors
• Perform final inspection, assist and mentor others, and handle materials including forklift operation

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training
• Ability to read and write simple instructions and correspondence, and to reason through problems
• Team player who responds positively to feedback and solves problems
• Regular standing for 4 hours, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds often, wearing safety glasses and steel-toe shoes

Required skills

• Knowledge of inventory software and manufacturing software
• Forklift operation and certification

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $17.50-$18.50, depending on experience and skills
• Benefits package, 401k and paid time off from day one
• Training provided for other duties as needed