Wabtec is Now Hiring!
Assembler
Location: Indepedence, MO
Pay Rate: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour
Schedule: Day Shift | Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Ready to Get Your Hands Busy and Your Paycheck Steady?
Are you looking for an assembler position where craftsmanship, quality, and teamwork matter? Join a growing manufacturing team producing high-quality fiberglass products in a clean, climate-controlled environment. Whether you have previous assembly experience or are looking to build your manufacturing career, we want to hear from you.
Unique Work Environment
Our operation is located in a well-known underground business complex in Independence, MO. Employees enjoy a comfortable, temperature-stable work environment year-round. If you’re selected for an interview, we’ll provide detailed directions and check-in information to help make your visit simple and stress-free.
Job Duties
- Assemble products using engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
- Build fiberglass structures using fiberglass, resins, and structural materials
- Operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, and production equipment
- Perform quality inspections and document inspection results
- Identify and communicate quality concerns
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Follow PPE requirements and all safety procedures
- Work with team members to achieve production and quality goals
- Complete additional manufacturing and assembly tasks as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions and engineering drawings
- Basic math and measuring skills
- Previous assembly or manufacturing experience preferred but not required
- Experience with fiberglass, composites, or resins is a plus
- Experience using hand tools and pneumatic tools
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Physical Requirements
- Stand for up to 8 hours per shift
- Lift and carry up to 35 pounds
- Perform repetitive tasks using hand and power tools
- Work safely in enclosed manufacturing areas
- Comfortable working with fiberglass materials, resins, and related production materials
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay starting at $18-$22 per hour
- Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
- Day shift hours with evenings and weekends free
- Underground climate-controlled work environment
- Opportunity to learn specialized fiberglass manufacturing skills
- Supportive team-focused workplace
Hands-on work. Steady hours. Good people. Join today.
What You Will Do
As a Assembler you will assemble products, components, or equipment using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and assembly instructions. You will inspect completed assemblies, verify measurements, identify quality concerns, maintain organized work areas, and support production goals while following established manufacturing procedures and workplace safety standards.
A Assembler supports manufacturing by assembling finished products through skilled workmanship, careful inspection, and attention to quality throughout the production process. This position combines technical assembly skills with mechanical aptitude and professionalism.
The Assembler requires strong organizational ability, manual dexterity, and the ability to interpret assembly documentation while maintaining production quality and workplace safety. Successful candidates contribute directly to efficient manufacturing operations.
This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy skilled assembly, manufacturing, and continuous improvement.