General Laborer - Manufacturing

About the role

Schaefer Equipment, part of Wabtec, is hiring a General Laborer in Warren. You will work independently or as part of a team producing high-quality workpieces by operating a variety of industrial machines such as hammers, presses, upsetters, bulldozers, shears, drills and grinders. The role covers several duties across the manufacturing process so that parts are made safely, accurately and efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Operate assigned machines to produce parts according to specifications and engineering drawings
• Review and interpret blueprints for parts and/or dies to ensure components meet quality standards
• Verify that machined workpieces meet required specifications
• Analyze blueprints and verify that machine workpieces conform to specifications
• Support special projects and follow the instructions of the group or crew leader
• Perform other duties as assigned, with training provided if needed

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 3 months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment
• Able to read and follow quality process and work instructions, and to obey all safety rules while wearing proper PPE (safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, steel-toed boots)
• Ability to lift and move up to 65 pounds and to walk, climb, stoop, bend and use hand tools in a heavy manufacturing setting
• Clear communication with coworkers
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; offers are conditional on a drug screen and fitness-for-duty test

Required skills

• Reading and interpreting production schedules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Operating industrial machines such as hammers, presses, drills and grinders

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $22-24, depending on training, experience, education, location and market conditions
• Possible annual bonus if eligible
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement, described on the company benefits site