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# Assembler at Wabtec

Seniority in posting: other

Compensation

$19 – $20/hr

**Setup**
: On-site

**Location**
: Chicago, Illinois

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: entry

**Posted**
: Aug 3, 2026

## Description

Wabtec is hiring a Production Assembler for its Chicago location to assemble metal products such as draft gears, slack adjusters, handbrakes, and hydraulic cylinders. The role involves positioning parts, fastening components, using hand tools and machines, disassembling products for salvage, maintaining 5S work areas, and performing Material Handler or Laborer duties. Applicants need a high school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and training, along with reading, writing, math, and reasoning abilities. The position requires standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and exposure to loud noise, mechanical parts, fumes, and temperature extremes. The hourly rate is $18.50–$20.00, with health, welfare, retirement, and possible annual bonus benefits.

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