Assembler 

LOCATION: Watertown / New York (US-NY), United States | BRAND: New York Air Brake | REQUISITION ID: 7804 | JOB GRADE: 07  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

 

Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse –the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles--New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—reaching clear across the globe to South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, and Australia. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join us in our next steps.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

Summary/Objective
This position requires performing routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes for passenger rail car parts in a manual manufacturing assembly line environment. The candidate works in a team environment participating in continuous improvement activities, as well as LDM. Uses pneumatic tools, basic hand tools, and power tools (motorized drill, rivet gun, etc.). The candidate is required to perform versatile duties and is able to organize the areas around their own workplace in a self-sufficient manner, within the product group.

 

Essential Functions

Manufactures quality parts, following specific work instructions Provides verbal and written status of manufacturing progress Applies and handles sealants and adhesives Performs acceptance test procedures utilizing specific test equipment May train others in manufacturing methods. Keeps assigned areas organized and clean per set principles Performs other duties as assigned. Understand and support all Quality, Product Safety, and Health/Safety/Environmental/Energy policies. Understand and adhere to all relevant statutory or regulatory compliance obligations. Understand, support and adhere to the Integrated Management System policies, procedures and instructions. Understand and support relevant key performance indicators (KPIs), as defined in the goal tree.

 

Skills and Competencies

Technical Capacity Knowledge/understanding of part drawings and descriptions.. Communication Proficiency Sufficient computer skills to access necessary programs for job function Organization Skills Time Management Skills

The base pay rate is $19.50 per hour.  The company reasonably expects to pay within that range, however, New York Air Brake considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Training Rate of Pay: $19.50

Qualified Rate of Pay: $21.00

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WHAT WE OFFER
From Engineering to Test Laboratory; Manufacturing & Skilled Machine Operation to Sales and Marketing; Field Service to Customer Service; Quality to HR to Finance to Software Development, our team-based approach is built on inclusion, opportunity, development, social responsibility and rewards. You are afforded the chance to grow personally and professionally through challenging assignments, commitment to continuing education, exposure to a variety of projects, and international travel. Our benefits are cutting edge as we offer student loan repayment assistance, lucrative 401k program, company assisted stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, onsite workout facilities & classes along with competitive salary and incentive compensation, generous paid time off programs and a full array of medical, dental and vision options. We’ve got the right stuff, do you? Let’s find out together.

 

ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Then join us! We look forward to receiving your online application!

 

New York Air Brake LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.