Manufacturing Technician

Who will you be working with?

You will be working with the KinetiX team in Norcross, GA, collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams. This role supports the hands‑on assembly, testing, and delivery of mechanical and electro‑mechanical products in a manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the KinetiX Manufacturing team, you will be responsible for assembling mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical components while following established processes, drawings, and quality standards. In this role, you will support production builds, complete quality documentation, and partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure products meet design and performance requirements. Your contributions will directly impact product quality, on‑time delivery, and customer satisfaction.

What do we want to know about you?

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Ability to assemble mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical components
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints
• Ability to understand and follow electrical schematics
• Ability to work on‑site in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Basic computer knowledge

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical 2‑year degree or equivalent technical training, certification(s) or work/military experience or high school graduate.
• Relevant manufacturing or assembly experience may be considered instead of a degree
• Understanding of quality principles and experience in completing test or inspection documentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams

What will your typical day look like?

• Assemble mechanical, electrical, and electro‑mechanical components and sub‑assemblies
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and electrical schematics
• Complete quality checks and accurately fill out test sheets and production documentation
• Program & configure equipment using standard software
• Follow standard work instructions, safety guidelines, and quality procedures
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to support production activities
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Ability to stand for extended periods during the shift
• Ability to lift, push, or carry up to 40 lbs
• Ability to regularly walk throughout the day.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, bending, and reaching
• Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves,

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

Location: Norcross, GA

Work Arrangement: 100% On‑site

Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday–Friday (Overtime and flexible weekend work will be available as needed)

Equal Employment Opportunity & Employment Eligibility (US‑Based Role)

Wabtec is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States 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).

 

Compensation & Benefits (US Hourly Role)

The hourly rate for this position starts at $23 per hour

The actual hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, 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 benefits offered, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

 

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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