Entry Level Production Jobs in Anderson, SC (NOW HIRING)

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 described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk and talk or hear; and use hands and fingers to handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an indoor manufacturing environment.  The employee will work in areas exposed to production activities to include but not limited to production machinery, assembly operations, overhead cranes usage, and forklift traffic.  The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to workplace hazards.

Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn, apply and teach new information or skills; and interact with other employees, customers and vendors.

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).

The starting hourly rate for this role is $20.00 

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.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0 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 annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.