Assembler

Wabtec – Now Hiring: Assembler – Direct Hire

Location: Salem, VA

Pay Rate: $16.50 – $18.50 per hour

Schedule: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Monday – Thursday

Ready to Get Your Hands Busy and Your Paycheck Steady?

Join Wabtec’s Graham-White Division in Salem, VA, and play a key role in building high-quality transportation products that help move the world forward. As an Assembler, you will use hand and power tools, follow detailed work instructions, and contribute to a team dedicated to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Skilled Assembler career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Assemble and disassemble products on a production line according to work instructions and engineering drawings.
• Assemble, test, and package products for shipment.
• Assist in multiple work cells and support cross-training activities as needed.
• Maintain quality standards, production goals, and accurate counts.
• Follow ISO procedures and company safety guidelines.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Report equipment malfunctions and process issues to appropriate personnel.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience using hand tools and power tools in an assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Constant handling, reaching, and lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Occasional bending, climbing, overhead reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

Solid Start to Gain Experience.

“Good place to work for the experience.” -Production/Assembly Worker

Step on the line and make it happen. Apply now.