Assembly, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Job Title

As a member of the McPherson-based team, you will be responsible for the general assembly of components in accordance with product specifications, engineering drawings, work orders, and quality procedures. You will be cross trained in a variety of tasks, including grinding, completing assembly checklists, testing parts, and monitoring stock bins. Your training will also include the use of a variety of hand and pneumatic tools.

You will report directly to the Production Supervisor, as well as the Plant Manager.

• Ability to work effectively unsupervised.
• Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues that may arise and create solutions.
• Ability to respond positively to feedback and implement change in process and procedures as needed.
• Basic math skills
• Ability to understand and interpret drawings, BOMs and procedures.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possess basic math skills.
• Requires a basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Assembles components according to blueprints, routers, work orders, checklists, and specifications to build, assemble, and test parts and finished goods that meet quality standards in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Accurately completes assembly checklists.
• Monitors stock bins in work area and reports stock needs to Shop Floor Lead(s).
• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment by following company standards and procedures.
• Adheres to the Wabtec Code of Conduct.
• Other duties as assigned.

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.
• Employee is regularly required to: o Read, write, and communicate in English. o Stand and/or walk for 10 hours a day, with minimal breaks. o Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds independently or up to 50 pounds with assistance. o Vision abilities include close and distance vision, color distinction, and observe small handwriting, labels, and components.
• Employee is always required to wear steel toed shoes and safety glasses.
• Employee is required to wear hearing protection in designated areas.
• The Position requires the employee to be on-site during scheduled shift to perform daily duties and responsibilities. o Requires daily face-to-face interaction and communication with employees on production line and management.

The employee will normally work on the production shop floor that does not have controlled temperatures and will vary based on weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes and minimal to moderate noise. The typical working hours for this role are 6:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday. Overtime hours may be available or even required according to business needs and within the parameters of any applicable federal/state laws.

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

We encourage all individuals to apply.

The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.