Remanufacturing Technician (2nd Shift)

About the role

Wabtec, a global provider of equipment, systems and digital solutions for freight and transit rail, is hiring a Remanufacturing Technician for its Kansas City facility. The technician performs disassembly, cleaning, requalification, rework and assembly of Traction Motor Combo components using manual and automated equipment, in line with quality procedures. The shift runs Monday to Friday from 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

Key responsibilities

• Safely perform disassembly, cleaning, requalification, rework and assembly of Traction Motor Combo components, supporting lean manufacturing principles such as 5S or single-piece flow to the required takt time.
• Inspect completed work against internal inspection criteria using fixtures, precision measuring devices and testing protocols.
• Sign off on process documentation for each work step and process components according to internal requirements.
• In some cases perform special processes such as welding or non-destructive testing, which require special process training or certification.
• Follow all EHS policies and procedures, and complete on-the-job training and quality audits.

Required profile

• High school diploma / GED preferred; minimum of 1 year of related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using electrical and/or pneumatic hand tools.
• Able to climb ladders, lift up to 40 lbs, and work occasional weekends and scheduled overtime.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Required skills

• Knowledge of EHS procedures and policies.
• Safe use of manual equipment, hand tools and hydraulic or pneumatic tools.
• Working knowledge of inspection measurement equipment.
• Understanding of manufacturing and quality procedures in a lean environment.

What we offer

• Pay of $28.33 per hour plus a $1.25 per hour shift differential.
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement, and possibly an annual bonus depending on eligibility.