Fresh Jobs at Wabtec Corporation

Primary Purpose of Role: 

To work in a production – repair environment, to inspect, measure & test components & parts, conduct repairs; along with teardown-clean-assemble & test rail products for those in a production cell. Furthermore, fault finding analysis, develop reports as per work conducted or investigations completed and training to customer sites, assemble or dismantle units as and when required (Mechanical & Electrical)

Primary Objectives:

• Positions and aligns parts in specified relationship to each other in jig, fixture, or another holding device.
• Crimps, stakes, screws, bolts, rivets, welds, solders, cements, press fits, or performs similar operations to join or secure parts in place, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Mounts assembled components, such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets, on chassis panel.
• Connects component led wires to printed circuit or routes and connects wires between individual component leads and other components, connectors, terminals, and contact points, using soldering, welding, thermocompression, or related bonding procedures and equipment.
• Installs finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases and cabinets.
• Assembles and attaches hardware, such as caps, clamps, knobs, and switches, to assemblies.
• Performs intermediate assembly tasks, such as potting, encapsulating, sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, etching, impregnating, and colour coding parts and assemblies.
• Tends machines that press, shape, or wind component parts.
• Adjusts or trims materials from components to achieve specified electrical or dimensional characteristics.
• Performs on-line go-not-go testing and inspection, using magnifying devices, measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment, to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• May perform assembly operations under microscope or another magnifying device.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and record results!
• Study, shop drawings and design for sound mechanical & electrical engineering practice and conformance with established safety and design criteria and recommend approval or disapproval.
• Collaborate with all personnel to identify, define, and solve developmental problems.
• Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical/electrical instruments or testing equipment on site or off site.
• Analyse and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.
• Manage accurate consumables stock levels.
• Conduct minor factory maintenance, improvement, and production cell setup & relocation activities.
• Fill out daily job activities and daily tasks completed in relations to production targets.
• Work with international partners online via “TEAMS” to troubleshoot and conduct assembly and testing of components, develop reports as needed.

Formal Education/Training

• Qualified artisan (Mechanical Fitter, Electrician) N4, N5, N6, T2, T3 will be considered.
• Maintenance and repairs to Freight & Passenger train set, Brake systems, control units will be an advantage.
• Pneumatics and Electrical experience in a factory setting and-or on fault finding and repairs preferred.
• Exposure to the Railway Rolling stock will be an advantage.

Essential work skills

• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures including Quality Assurance and safety.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislations
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound verbal and written communication skills·  
• Valid driver’s licence – Code 8 advantageous.

Person Specification

• High standard of numeracy, accuracy with attention to detail
• A team player with flexible approach and a willingness to learn.
• Willing to mentor and coach junior technicians.
• A self-starter who is proactive and can set and achieve goals.
• Strong organizational skills
• Hard working with a proven track record of skilled, hands-on trade related experience required.
• Punctual and good work ethics

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Primary Objectives: 

Supply of good quality, at the right cost and within the delivery process. Time keeping and good attendance. Comply to all company standards and procedures.

Primary Objectives: 

• Cleaning
• 5S
• Washing & Masking

Formal Education/Training:

• Grade 12

Person Specification:

• Manufacturing-factory-workshop experience preferable
• Good eyesight
• Good writing and communication skills
• Very energetic
• Committed
• Good work ethic
• Excellent attention to detail
   

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What do we want to know about you? 

Education:

• Must have a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
• Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain or related qualifications from an accredited institution.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ working experience in a warehouse.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control and distribution functions.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong willingness to learn, improve and adapt. 
• Ability to work productively, efficiently & effectively without supervision. 
• Computer literate Excel, Word, Outlook

What will your typical day look like? 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with project team to fulfil material requests and communicate any issues or delays.
• Plan, direct and coordinate warehouse activities engaged in warehousing materials from suppliers and distribution of materials to customers.
• Recommend methods for improving efficiency, productivity and reducing material inventory, while maintaining on time delivery levels of 95% or greater
• Monitor daily activities and performance of contracted 3rd Party Logistics service providers, i.e.: shipping and freight forwarding.
• Conduct the morning meeting to prioritize and discuss warehouse daily objectives, coordinate cycle and annual stock counts, and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Picking material according to specified requests, ensuring accuracy and timelines.
• Receive incoming materials, inspect for quality, and verify against orders.
• Maintain organized and well-managed stock areas to facilitate easy access and inventory control.
• Conduct regular cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory levels and identify discrepancies.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure excellent housekeeping in the warehouse. Document 5s improvements.
• Ensure parts are labelled and allocated to relevant bins/shelves and ensure material is packaged securely and properly for shipping.
• Collaborate with the Materials Planner in setting realistic and challenging operational goals and ensure the warehouse productivity metrics are updated on a weekly basis.
• Operate a forklift.