Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail.

Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world.

Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at : .

It’s not just about your career or your job title it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world.

Do you want to go into uncharted waters do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

WORKING HOURS : 7 : 00am to 3 : 30pm Monday - Friday

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform general assembly of products in accordance with product specifications / engineering drawings.
• Perform required inspections of product in accordance with Quality Procedures.
• Build hatch cover structures using fiberglass, resins, and hard structural materials.
• Use verity of hand tools, including pneumatic tools.
• Interpret work instructions
• Work safely, including wearing appropriate PPE, maintain a clean work area.
• Work within a group and execute duties within a team structure
• Perform additional duties as deemed necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform general assembly of products in accordance with product specifications / engineering drawings.
• Perform required inspections of product in accordance with Quality Procedures.
• Record applicable inspection / test results.
• Interpret inspection / test results to reflect job function requirements as necessary.
• Work safely and maintain a clean work area.
• Perform additional duties as deemed necessary.
• Must be able to arrive on time, and work a full shift
• Must be able to work a full work week.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ability to use common hand tools
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to interpret and apply standards.
• Ability to stand for approximately 8 hours per day.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 lbs.
• Ability to work in a closed environment, specifically within a cave system
• Ability to work on uneven surfaces

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

• Prior assembly in a manufacturing facility preferred but not required.
• Fiberglass experience preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• Ability to stand for approximately 8 hours per day.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 lbs.
• Working Environment / Environmental Hazards : Enclosed cave environmentClimate controlWork with fiberglass, resins, and other chemicals

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness.

We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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Job location : Grain Valley, MO ( 20 miles east from Kansas City, MO )

Production Operator ( Manufacturing Assembler / Electronics Assembler ) :

• Responsible for building through-hole and surface mount printed circuit boards assemblies
• Build through-hole (THT) and surface mount (SMT) printed circuit board assemblies.
• Build upper level assemblies consisting of cabinets and chassis placing components and hardware on final builds per controlled parts list, drawing documentation and quality workmanship guidelines.
• Perform manual placement and solder through hole components per specifications
• Install electronic components, hardware, apply solder mask, and apply solder tape to boards.
• Perform Electronic Data Entry work into computer system
• Crimping, soldering, reading drawings and schematics.

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma / GED
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Basic component identification skills
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions
• Ability to use tools including pneumatic and standard crimpers, hand tools and power tools
• Basic soldering skills
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

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• Provides direct support to facilities, manufacturing equipment, production processes, maintenance and safety; provides production support 50% of time.
• Designs, develops, tests, sources, cost justifies, and installs various tools, modifications, fixturing, machinery and equipment for production to increase safety, throughput, quality, capacity, and reliability.

Manage the completion of those projects from conception through evaluation, justification, purchase, and implementation.

• Works with, schedules, manages, and supervises outside contractors, (electrical, mechanical, PLC programming, construction, plumbing, HVAC, building, etc ), to resolve material and / or equipment problems and to research & implement upgrades, new tools and operating procedures.
• Works with Operators, Supervisors, Maintenance and QA department to improve processes and troubleshoot equipment repair, and maintenance.
• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding company Setters & Operators.* Champion continuous improvement projects to enhance safety, yield, consistency, quality, performance, reliability, equipment capacity and processes.
• Create and execute project plans and work with all levels of the organization to meet Project timing and budget.* Work closely with Applications Engineers to ensure manufacturability and cost effectiveness of new product designs.
• Provide well-defined process prints and PFMEA documentation while meeting TS16949 APQP requirements.* Ensure all projects are launched with TPS principles, (Lean Mfg.

and strive to manufacture products one at a time, on demand, defect free at lowest cost. Support new programs and cost improvement projects up to one year after launch to achieve 95% operational availability, less than 1% scrap and zero customer issues.

Develop and implement OEE Action Plans* Eliminate roadblocks such as capacity increase and demand variation to meet demand* Train and certify Machine Setters on preventative maintenance and documentation* Model cooperation and teamwork* Responsible for accuracy of equipment and tooling* Participate in problem solving / cross functional teams* Create, Review and approve WPI's* Investigate, record and prepare safety incident reports, and reinforce safety behaviors* Ensure a safe working environment* Understand what tooling is being consumed and react to abnormalities* Ensures manufacturing practices are current, consistent and compliant with company Policies and Procedures, all external state / federal regulations and customer requirements*Apply online today to be concidered.

Should we be moving forward with your application, you will hear back within 48 hours of application.*MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Experience and Education Requirements* BS in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent and seven years engineering experience with at least five years in Manufacturing EngineeringCompetencies - Knowledge, skills and characteristics / behaviors* Knowledge of proven manufacturing processes, such as, machining, secondary operations, broaching, piercing, & precision assembly, etc * Problem Solving Skills using proven techniques, (ie.

Shainen Problem Solving Techniques, DOE, Six Sigma, 8 Discipline Problem Solving, etc...)* Must have demonstrated project management experience involving large projects, new product introductions and / or capital equipment purchases.

• Organizational Skills & project management skills with the ability to prioritize and self initiative necessary.* Skills in, cost analysis, PFMEA, technical writing, blueprint reading, statistical analysis, and process control.
• Demonstrated knowledge of tool design, gauge design, and fixture design.* Computer skills : demonstrated knowledge of excel, access, & CAD* Working knowledge of plant / facilities engineering, electronics, pneumatics, engineering controls, engineering standards, cost estimating, product and process rationalization, focused factories, incentive systems, time standards and work sampling.
• Demonstrated understanding of process capabilities, materials and requirements as well as the business awareness to bring a project from quoting stage through to production.
• Broad-base knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, including 5s, Kaizen, Kanban, Poke-a-Yoke, Process Mapping & Value Stream Mapping, other tools & Techniques* Track record of success with continuous improvement projects.
• ISO or TS16949 experience is a strong plus.* Willingness / ability to travel as necessary.Our client is a world-class manufacturer and supplier of superior steering products for the automotive industry.

For over 40 years, we've been satisfying the demands of world-wide automotive clients who expect the very best in product quality and performance, customer service, and technical support.

Our client is currently looking to increase the size of their teams due to market demand and currently looking to fill multiple Manufacturing Engineer positions.

• Competitive base salary range from 70k-95k* Competitive Medical plan with Dental and Vision* 401k with match* 3 Weeks Vacation* 10 Paid Holidays