Job Description
Job Description
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?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Our team is focused on continually improving our best-in-class production capabilities. We combine deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled products for our customers. Here you'll interact daily with team members during the problem resolution process and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our internal customers and their responsibilities.
How will you make a difference?
The Senior Locomotive Production Quality Leader for the Erie Manufacturing facility will have full responsibility for the sustained conformance of Locomotive Assembly and Test Facilities at the Erie Site. The Locomotives and their applicable manufacturing specifications, compliance with requirements associated with AAR, ISO, and TPG (Transportation, Power and Generation) classification certifications, and the execution of continuous improvement activities focused on defined targets in safety, quality, and productivity
What do we want to know about you?
Do you have:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
- Prior manufacturing operations experience.
- 5 years of quality or reliability experience.
- Experience with tollgate process, PPAPs, NCMRs, and Reliance (Quality Management System)
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize.
- High sense of urgency and understands the importance of timeliness.
- Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Proven problem analytic and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated improvement in DPMO (Defects per Million Opportunities), DPU (Defects per unit), and Infancy reduction.
- Experience communicating with Direct Customers on performance and compliance
- Demonstrate Locomotive components knowledge
What will your typical day look like?
- Lead the Locomotive manufacturing quality and cross functional teams with regards to Quality Initiatives and performance
- Work with operations and manufacturing engineering to reduce internal defects and material scrap.
- Be focal point and engage in all PPAPs impacting Locomotive manufacturing operations.
- Ensure quality performance, alerts, and other relevant information is communicated effectively through multiple media approaches.
- Utilize data, product genealogy, and analytics to facilitate RCA, problem solving, and process improvement.
- Perform internal proactive audits of MI's, NCMR areas, etc. to ensure compliance and audit preparation.
- Manage manufacturing deviations and engineering notices as required.
- Interface with and share best practices and lessons learned with the manufacturing quality team
- Lead and Develop individuals into a team environment
- Drive accountability with team members both direct and cross functional
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $91,100 - $129,800.
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 www.mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefits offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.
Who are we?
The Wabtec Erie site opened in 1907 and we have over 117 years of history at this location. We occupy over 345 acres with 20 major buildings, and we manufacture locomotives on site. Wabtec has 16 miles of rail and a 4.1-mile test track. Wabtec Corporation is a leading manufacturer of locomotives and a 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. We have over 27,000 employees worldwide. We do machining, metal work, welding, assembly, testing and painting as well as intensive material handling using cranes, forklifts, and material positioners. Wabtec has been an OSHA Voluntary Protection Program site since 2000. We hold environmental permits for air, water and wastewater facilities. Our Erie location has a two-mile walking/running path and a fitness center. We also offer an onsite dining area and various market locations across the site. Visit our website to learn more!
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.
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $91100-129800 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. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
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.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.
Job Description
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?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Our team is focused on continually improving our best-in-class production capabilities. We combine deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled products for our customers. Here you'll interact daily with team members during the problem resolution process and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our internal customers and their responsibilities.
How will you make a difference?
The Senior Locomotive Production Quality Leader for the Erie Manufacturing facility will have full responsibility for the sustained conformance of Locomotive Assembly and Test Facilities at the Erie Site. The Locomotives and their applicable manufacturing specifications, compliance with requirements associated with AAR, ISO, and TPG (Transportation, Power and Generation) classification certifications, and the execution of continuous improvement activities focused on defined targets in safety, quality, and productivity
What do we want to know about you?
Do you have:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
- Prior manufacturing operations experience.
- 5 years of quality or reliability experience.
- Experience with tollgate process, PPAPs, NCMRs, and Reliance (Quality Management System)
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize.
- High sense of urgency and understands the importance of timeliness.
- Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Proven problem analytic and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated improvement in DPMO (Defects per Million Opportunities), DPU (Defects per unit), and Infancy reduction.
- Experience communicating with Direct Customers on performance and compliance
- Demonstrate Locomotive components knowledge
What will your typical day look like?
- Lead the Locomotive manufacturing quality and cross functional teams with regards to Quality Initiatives and performance
- Work with operations and manufacturing engineering to reduce internal defects and material scrap.
- Be focal point and engage in all PPAPs impacting Locomotive manufacturing operations.
- Ensure quality performance, alerts, and other relevant information is communicated effectively through multiple media approaches.
- Utilize data, product genealogy, and analytics to facilitate RCA, problem solving, and process improvement.
- Perform internal proactive audits of MI's, NCMR areas, etc. to ensure compliance and audit preparation.
- Manage manufacturing deviations and engineering notices as required.
- Interface with and share best practices and lessons learned with the manufacturing quality team
- Lead and Develop individuals into a team environment
- Drive accountability with team members both direct and cross functional
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $91,100 - $129,800.
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 www.mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefits offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.
Who are we?
The Wabtec Erie site opened in 1907 and we have over 117 years of history at this location. We occupy over 345 acres with 20 major buildings, and we manufacture locomotives on site. Wabtec has 16 miles of rail and a 4.1-mile test track. Wabtec Corporation is a leading manufacturer of locomotives and a 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. We have over 27,000 employees worldwide. We do machining, metal work, welding, assembly, testing and painting as well as intensive material handling using cranes, forklifts, and material positioners. Wabtec has been an OSHA Voluntary Protection Program site since 2000. We hold environmental permits for air, water and wastewater facilities. Our Erie location has a two-mile walking/running path and a fitness center. We also offer an onsite dining area and various market locations across the site. Visit our website to learn more!
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.
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $91100-129800 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. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
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.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.
About Wabtec
We’re always looking for people who can bring fresh perspectives and life experiences to our teams. If you’re looking for a place that values your curiosity, passion, and desire to learn, then you’ve come to the right place!
When you work at Wabtec you work with some of the most talented and passionate professionals in the industry. Our global team is committed and results-oriented and that has helped us remain highly competitive in our industry. We recognize the value of having a diverse team and an inclusive culture. We seek out people with diverse backgrounds, skills and perspectives because we believe a diverse team produces better ideas and is more successful at meeting the needs of our customers.
Regardless of your role, you’ll collaborate with a team of people who share your passion and help you succeed. Wabtec is a great place to work for anyone who naturally focuses on continuous improvement, who owns their work, and who take pride in exceeding customer needs.
