Tear Down Operator - Diesel Engine Remanufacturing

About the role

Wabtec's Grove City Engine Remanufacturing facility works in a team environment in the heavy industrial field of diesel locomotive engine maintenance, using sophisticated and automated machine tools and production processes. Tear Down operators disassemble engines and components to the individual part level so they can be reconditioned and reassembled into engines that customers rely on for a 20+ year lifespan. The role suits detail-oriented, safety-focused people who can perform high-quality hands-on work.

Key responsibilities

• Disassemble diesel engines and components to the individual part level.
• Operate high-pressure hydraulic tooling systems, hand tools, air tools, cutting tools, and blasting and washing equipment.
• Move and distribute parts and materials using cranes, jitneys and other company vehicles.
• Inspect, label, organize and stock components and parts.
• Work within SOPs and Job Safety Analyses, collect quality data and record work results.
• Follow safety and attendance rules, shop regulations and equipment requirements.
• Perform preventative maintenance, housekeeping and other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Able to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs and steel-toed boots.
• Able to walk, climb, stoop, bend, lift and use hand tools.
• Able to work in a tobacco-free environment.
• Must be 18 years old.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (about three years).
• Ability to work any shift, scheduled overtime and occasional weekends.

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of hand tools.
• Preferred: prior manufacturing experience, understanding of Lean Manufacturing, automotive or mechanical experience, overhead crane operation and safe lifting, and forklift operation.

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $23.10; the base pay range is subject to change.
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement (details at the employer's benefits site).