Shared Services-Brake Operator

1 Month ago • All levels • Operations • $47,840 PA - $52,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a Brake Operator to join their team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves aiding on the production floor and learning other CNC Machines. Responsibilities include handling material, tools, and equipment, performing riggings, maintaining high quality standards, and consistently meeting productivity levels. The ideal candidate will have a high school degree or equivalent, the ability to read blueprints and 3D prints/schematics, operate a computer, use hand tools, and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. Physical demands include standing, walking, stooping, and lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Must have:
  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints
  • Ability to operate a computer
  • Ability to operate hand tools
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to think critically
Good to have:
  • 5+ years in custom build shop preferred
  • Ability to interpret 3D prints/schematics
  • Ability to hold oneself accountable
Perks:
  • Health benefits
  • Welfare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Annual bonus (if eligible)
  • Equity offerings (if eligible)

Job Details

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?
Our production floor comprises of a host of different crafts, each with their respective duties, and types of expertise. As a member of the team, you will work closely with all departments and key stakeholders at our Cedar Rapids, IA site.

How will you make a difference?
You will be a key team member responsible for aiding on the production floor as a Brake Operator and learn other CNC Machines.
- Handle material, tools, and equipment manually or with jib crane, performing own riggings as required.
- Maintain high quality standards.
- Consistently maintains level of productivity as determined by management.

What do we want to know about you?
A qualified candidate will be considered based on:
- High school degree or equivalent.
- 5+ years in custom build shop preferred.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Ability to operate a computer to read and input data.
- Ability to operate hand tools and read measuring devices.
- Ability to read and interpret 3D prints/schematics to complete standard work.
- Ability to communicate effectively to team members and management.
- Ability to hold oneself accountable for results.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to think critically and troubleshoot problems.

What will your typical day look like?
Daily tasks include Employees are regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, bend, work underneath equipment, reach above shoulders, and climb, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance. You will be working in the typical conditions of a manufacturing environment including seasonal variation in temperatures and occasional exposure to manufacturing fumes or by-products.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

 

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting wage is $23/hour-$25/hour with potential for more based upon experience.

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus and equity offerings, if eligible.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with 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 and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.  

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

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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About The Company

Want to move the world? Want to innovate and bring that innovation to life? At Wabtec, we are in the business of realizing potential – that of the transportation industry, and yours! Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective success across the vibrant portfolios of Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, we offer employees hands-on opportunities all over the world to shape the future of transportation – as well as their own. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, leveraging our digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services to create transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Along with our industry-leading portfolio of products and solutions for the rail and transit industries, Wabtec is a leader in mining, marine, and industrial solutions.

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