Production Associate

Who will you be working with? This position is located in our facility located in Piedmont, SC. We primarily manufacture components for the rail industry. Benefits include medical/dental/vision as well as many supplemental options at low rates. Company provided life insurance and short term disability are provided at no cost to employees and our 401k plan provides a 6% company contribution. Benefit coverage begins on day 1!​ How will you make a difference? As a member of Wabtec you will be responsible for performing general entry level production assembly work, material movement, sorting of components, and packaging for final shipment. What do we want to know about you? Highschool degree, technical degree preferred. Knowledge of manufacturing and/or assembly operations. Experience with adherence to safe work practices and ability to follow standard operating procedures. Quality mindset ensuring customer expectations are achieved. Teamwork and promotion of positive culture 1-year general technician or operator Demonstrated hands-on / mechanical skills Ability to utilize hand tools, handle/move material, and adhere to manufacturing instructions. What will your typical day look like? Perform assembly tasks within a production line Complete transactions, paperwork and signoffs related to work performed Adhere to manufacturing instructions and standard operating procedures Perform inspection and test of individual components and final assemblies. Move material by forklift, hand, cart and crane as required Participate in continuous improvement activities Operate tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner Maintain clean work environment and perform end of shift housekeeping Use tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner Interpret work instructions, schematics, blueprints, and drawings Tag and/or serialize components Adherence to all housekeeping and safety rules Other duties as required What about the physical demands of the job? The physical demands descri