Job Description

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

You will be working with the operations team at our Schaefer Equipment manufacturing operation in Warren, OH, in the manufacturing of forgings and other parts used in rail and industrial applications.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Schaefer Equipment group, you will be responsible for managing departmental operations, supervising production personnel, and ensuring efficient use of materials and equipment. You will support the team by setting production schedules, training staff, and maintaining safety and quality standards. You will report to Group Vice President, Freight Car Products and collaborate with other supervisors to meet operational goals.

What do we want to know about you?

• College degree, technical degree, or equivalent supervisory experience
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience, including supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing and machining/assembly processes
• Familiarity with production and materials control systems
• Product knowledge preferred
• Understanding of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing concepts, and production scheduling
• Proficient in computer usage
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and supervisory abilities
• Exceptional analytical and reasoning skills
• Capable of effective planning and organization of work and processes
• Quality-focused with a strong motivation to deliver excellent customer service

What will your typical day look like?

• Supervise staff including hiring, training, evaluation, and termination
• Set and communicate daily and weekly production schedules
• Assign, train, and direct employees on jobs
• Ensure machine operators are trained and work safely
• Coordinate daily shop activities and production priorities
• Train new employees on safety during onboarding
• Manage inventory levels of consumables
• Handle Time and Attendance functions and bi-weekly payroll approvals
• Communicate rules of conduct and administer
• Maintain safety procedures and ensure safety training is complete for the site
• Coordinate repairs with maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time at a desk in an office environment
• Walking the shop floor and being exposed to loud noises, dust, heat, and uneven surfaces
• Must be willing and able to wear required PPE when entering manufacturing spaces

This role is expected to be present 5 days per week in the office and is not a hybrid or remote position.

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!

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 $79,100.00 - $112,800.00 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. 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

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.

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