Equipment Operator for Material Handling

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us!

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Automation’s impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization. Combine them and the results are transformative! We work at the leading edge of this movement, applying our proven expertise in digitalization to rail infrastructure and automation.

Our innovative solutions deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems. We are continuously developing new answers for rail automation – often to questions that haven’t been asked yet.

Position Overview:

As a Coach Weld Equipment Operator, you will play a crucial role in our manufacturing operations by safely and efficiently operating equipment involved in the installation and maintenance of bogies on Rail Vehicles

What your day will look like:

• Loads Long Assemblies, Crates, Casket and/or long bundles on to the flat car or truck trailer, following the proper procedure.
• Move Long Assemblies, Crates, Casket, etc. from one location to another with Straddle Carrie equipment.
• Mechanical assembly of components and sub-assemblies (according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions).
• Reading and understanding assembly drawings, bills of materials, and assembly instructions.
• Safely using hand and power tools. Some certifications may be required to operate cranes, forklifts, etc.
• Complete work order documentation, quality documents, and clock your labor hours.
• Follow all safety requirements using all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Trains and provides work direction to other employees regarding loading and unloading methods, sequences, and procedures.
• Daily tasks involve pushing and pully heavy equipment on wheels and torquing motions.
• Performs tasks that require knowledge of a combination of processes, procedures, operation, and equipment.
• Coordinate with production team for all the movements.
• Collaborate with team members to coordinate activities, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to report progress, challenges, and any potential safety concerns.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries in the workplace.

What we are looking for:

• High school education, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years mechanical assembly, forklift operation and/or similar machine equipment operation experience.
• Proven experience operating heavy machinery and equipment, preferably in a manufacturing or transportation setting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Additional Information:

Upon offer of employment, candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen.

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential job duties:

• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to climb stairs, steps, and ladders
• Frequently required to work on elevated platforms.
• Perform work overhead.
• Occasionally lift and move at most 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• 11 paid holidays, 18 days of PTO!
• 401K - 6% company match!
• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects!
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The hourly range for this position is $20.00-$26.01 plus 10% shift differential for second shift and 20% shift differential for third shift. The role is eligible for overtime and shift differential pay for certain work schedules. The salary may be higher or lower depending on your experience and skills.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Our Values:

• We stay at the forefront of the rail industry. We continuously improve, learning directly from those who are doing the work.
• We are optimistic about change and the possibilities it brings: We encourage programmatic improvements and strategy shifts which will result in positive results for the world.
• We value our people, and we support their growth and development: Our people are at the center of our work, and we support their development by finding their level of potential development through problem-solving and in collaboration with peers.
• We mean what we say, and we commit to our promises: We follow through on our commitments with honesty and integrity.
• We do more with less: We are a lean organization serving customers who are serving communities of people.
• We are principles-based, not rules-based: We make decisions based on what we believe is best for our people and the communities we serve as opposed to adhering to a prescriptive set of immovable practices.
• We value diversity and strive to be inclusive in our work, both for our customer and our team members: We believe in the importance of investing in employees in alignment with our values and honoring every individual story and unique path.

Join the growing team at our world-class train manufacturing facility in Sacramento, CA. Siemens Mobility, Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger locomotives and coaches, and light rail vehicles.

See links below to learn more about Siemens Mobility:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8nddK1NZSk

https://www.mobility.siemens.com/us/en/portfolio/rail/rolling-stock.html

You should be proficient in:

• Forklift Licensed
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Meets Physical Requirements
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Forklifts

Salary info:

$20 - $26 / hr