Operative

Posted:
12/3/2024, 9:28:27 AM

Location(s):
Northampton, England, United Kingdom ⋅ England, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

Bearward Engineering is a Northampton based firm manufacturing radiators for the power generation industry.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Weld department team, working on the 1400-2200 shift (38 hours/week) Monday to Friday, you will be responsible for under water pressure testing products after the weld process.  Also grinding/fettling product using air and electric hand tools, kitting parts to the line, and checking quality of parts before and after process.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

What do we want to know about you?

Ability to read drawings.

Team player with a positive can-do attitude.

Practical, hands on.

Have good communication skills.

Willing to work flexibly.

Attention to good Housekeeping.

What about the physical demands of the job?

A manual environment, lifting heavy equipment with magnetic hoists and chain/strap hoists.

Benefits:

Retention bonus (up-to £650) / 4 x life assurance / Sick Pay scheme / Pension

Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays / Free hot drinks / Access to retail discounts

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.  

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Wabtec Corporation

Website: https://www.wabteccorp.com/

Headquarter Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1872

IPO Status: Public

Industries: Electronics ⋅ Freight Service ⋅ Hardware ⋅ Industrial ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mining ⋅ Plastics and Rubber Manufacturing ⋅ Transportation