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Job Description

Who will you be working with?

At Schaefer Equipment, you will work independently or as part of a team to produce high‑quality workpieces. This role involves operating a variety of industrial machines—including hammers, presses, upsetters, bulldozers, shears, drills, and grinders—to complete assigned tasks. You will perform multiple duties throughout the manufacturing process to ensure parts are produced safely, accurately, and efficiently.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of Schaefer Equipment, you will be responsible for operating a variety of assigned machines to produce parts according to established specifications and engineering drawings. This role requires reviewing and interpreting blueprints for parts and/or dies to ensure all components are manufactured within quality standards. You will verify that machined workpieces meet required specifications and may be asked to support special projects.

What do we want to know about you?

+ High School Diploma or GED preferred

+ 3 months of related experience/training or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment.

+ Must be able to read and follow all quality process/work instructions.

+ Must obey all safety rules and wear all proper Personal Protection Equipment

+ Ability to read and interpret, production schedules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals.

+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers.

What will your typical day look like?

+ Operate a variety of machines, hammers, presses, drills, and/or grinders.

+ Ensure workpiece quality is at the required specifications

+ Analyze blueprints of parts an/or dies

+ Verify conformance of machines workpieces to specifications

+ Participate in special projects

+ Follow instructions of group/crew leader

+ Other duties as assigned

What about the physical demands of the job?

+ Ability to regularly lift and /or move up to 65 pounds.

+ Must be able to work safely in a heavy manufacturing work environment.

+ Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (Example: safety glasses, gloves, earplugs and steel-toed boots)

+ Walking, climbing, stooping, bending, lifting, and using hand tools

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 and fitness for duty test.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.

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