Tube Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Posted:
7/16/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Yankton, South Dakota, United States ⋅ South Dakota, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has 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, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Who will you be working with?

L&M Radiator, Inc. is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor or MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction, and heavy industrial industries. We are looking for an individual to join our 2nd shift tubing team.The hours of this position are Monday - Friday 2pm-10pm.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Tube Machine Operator team, you will be responsible for the programming, operating, and machining parts for Production. Our tubes are one of the things that make us stand out in the Heat Transfer market. We are looking for individuals of all skill levels. You will report to the Tubing 2nd shift supervisor.

What do we want to know about you?

  • High School Diploma or GED with 1-year related work experience.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Basic math skills required, use of calipers, tape measure, and micrometers essential.

What will your typical day look like?

  • Set-up and operate the tube machine to produce a completed tube.
  • Assemble tubes. 
  • Inspect parts. 
  • Perform light maintenance on the machines.
  • Assist in training others on the tube machine.
  • Follow all appropriate work instructions.
  • Set-up and operate RTTS and aluminum tube machine.
  • Assist in other areas of production as needed and qualified.
  • Performs work in a safe manner and follows all safety guidelines and procedure.
  • Domestic and international travel required and could include weekend travel depending on the project.
  • Performs related work and other duties as required by supervisor.

What about the physical demands of the job?

  • Wear correct PPE
  • Lift up to 50lbs
  • Standing on concrete
  • Heat conditions in the summer
  • Working with paints, oils, solvents

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Entry Level

  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Basic math skills required, use of calipers, tape measure, and micrometers essential.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment math test, physical, drug test and background test.
  • Computer skills are needed for looking up specs, job orders and clocking in.
  • Understand how mechanical components work and fit together.
  • Must be able to meet the physical criteria of the functional job demands.
  • Communicate effectively, in English, both verbal and written.
  • Willingness to learn new tasks.
  • Manual dexterity based on past experiences.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment written math test, physical, drug and background test.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Epicor, ADP software or similar ERP system.
  •  Experience in Lean Manufacturing. 

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

This role is also eligible for a performance bonus.

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. 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