San Fernando, CA, United States of America
11 hours ago
Production Lead, Aftermarket

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?

You will be working with a production team in the aftermarket spare parts department, as well as partnering with other departments, such as customer service.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Aftermarket/Spare Parts department, you will be responsible for meeting customer delivery requirements and ensuring the quality of work produced by employees.  You will be responsible for communication of job assignments, training for specific product runs, and placement of Line Workers in assignments as required for the day.

What do we want to know about you?

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three to five years’ experience in warehouse environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

MS Office; Oracle ERP; Internet software; Manufacturing software and Contact Management systems.Knowledge of inventory tracking systems, cycle counting and stock rotation.Experience with Barcode/RFID scanning technologies.Knowledge of Quality Control practices, such as receiving verification, damage inspection, and reconciliation process.OSHA safety compliance knowledge preferred.Teamwork and ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.Customer service and communication skills – verbal and written for interdepartmental coordination.Problem solving capabilities and conflict resolution, and ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.Attention to detail.Ability to delegate work assignments and monitor delegated activities.Time management and prioritization skills.Ability to adapt to changing needs of the department and operations.

What will your typical day look like?

Duties and Responsibilities:

Verifies components on work orders to ensure the correct number of components are available for orders.Plans, directs and assesses the work of the team.Monitors the daily work of the team to ensure the department meets production goals.Trains and ensures employees are utilizing proper PPE for each area.Ensure all employees follow the safety regulations and best practices.Ensures a safe working environment, good housekeeping and 5’s for their respective area.Reviews and perform daily production plan and sequence for assembly, picking and packing.Assigns daily tasks to Aftermarket associates.Ensures the production plan is posted and clear for all associates.Trains and support associates per assigned role for the day.Updates production metrics and results.Completes final inspection to ensure content is accurate.Prepare production documents and quality checks.Plan Material Handlers tasks and activities to provide components for production as required.Actively participates in Kaizen events and continuous improvement activities (CIA’s).Addresses department issues, concerns, complaints and offers solutions to resolving problems.Escalate production issues to Production Manager as needed.Performs quality audits of the production stations.Ensures inventory accuracy, perform adjustments, cycle counts, location transfers.

Perform other duties as needed or assigned.     

What about the physical demands of the job?

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather).  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.  Frequent exposure to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors.

The starting hourly rate of this position is $26.00.

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

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.

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