Production Technician

About the role

Wabtec, a global provider of equipment, systems and digital solutions for freight and transit rail, is hiring a full-time Production Technician in Duncan. The technician assembles, tests and inspects parts according to engineering drawings and test codes, and helps solve quality and production issues. The shift is 1st shift, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in daily 5S and cleaning procedures.
• Assemble, test and inspect according to engineering drawings and test codes.
• Work with electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Disassemble, troubleshoot, repair and reassemble equipment that fails testing.
• Maintain assembly and test equipment as required.
• Move material to and from the workstation by hand, cart and crane.
• Help obtain solutions to quality and production issues and assist colleagues.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures and housekeeping standards.

Required profile

• High school graduate or GED.
• 1+ years of assembly experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Able to use tools and equipment needed for assembly operations.
• Good listening and communication skills and ability to work as a team player.
• Able to work 1st shift hours (6:30 AM - 3:00 PM).
• Physically able to stand, walk, reach and lift up to 35 pounds; regular indoor manufacturing environment with machinery, cranes and forklift traffic.

What we offer

• Pay starting at $19.00 per hour, depending on experience, skills and location.
• Benefits beginning on day 1: medical, dental and vision, plus supplemental options.
• Life insurance and short-term disability at no cost to employees.
• 401k plan with a 6% company contribution.
• Paid vacation and 12 paid holidays per year.
• Possible annual bonus if eligible.