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Welder

Johnstown, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

$23/hr

Mid level$160M raised

Job Overview Handle standard/non-standard railcar/non-railcar parts and components. Ship and receive material within a warehouse environment, in addition to the maintenance of inventory and quality functions. All functio…

Skills: Welding (1G), Blueprint Reading, Inventory Control, Crane Operation, Hoist Operation

FreightCar America, Inc. logoFreightCar America, Inc.

Vice President, Sales

United States · Remote OK

$200k–$350k/yr

Senior+$160M raised

Job Overview The Vice President, Sales is responsible for driving profitable revenue growth and expanding FreightCar America's strategic market position across assigned customer accounts and market segments. This role se…

Skills: Strategic Sales, Business Development, Executive Relationship Building, Consultative Selling, Stakeholder Analysis

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Welder

FreightCar America, Inc.

Johnstown, Pennsylvania, United States • On-site

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  • $23/hr
  • Full-time
  • professional certificate
  • Posted 13d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Perform 1G welding on railcar and non-railcar components while interpreting blueprints and shop mathematics. Manage warehouse functions including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and the operation of cranes and fork trucks.

Requirements

Requires experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments with a preference for prior railcar experience. Candidates must be able to read blueprints, handle metals/alloys, and possess certification or experience with fork trucks and cranes.

Full job description

Job Overview

Handle standard/non-standard railcar/non-railcar parts and components. Ship and receive material within a warehouse environment, in addition to the maintenance of inventory and quality functions. All functions must be completed with minimal supervision.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned):

  • Perform welding functions (1G) to weld flat positions.
  • Understand and Handle the Process of Inventory Control i.e. Shipping, Receiving, etc.
  • Operate crane and hoists.
  • Interpret blueprints and manufacture parts in accordance with those drawings (to skill level 1G).
  • Package, Stage, and Finalize Paperwork for Completed Orders.
  • Interpret and understand shop mathematics.
  • Operate Fork Trucks.
  • Operate various machines in the Richland facility as needed.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

An employee in this position should have the following education/certifications, work experience, and skill set:

Education/Certification:

  • Education, training and/or experience should include knowledge of blueprint reading, mathematics, and visualizing dimensions.

Work Experience: 

  • Prior Railcar Experience Preferred
  • Manufacturing/Warehouse Experience
  • Fork Truck/Crane Certification or Experience
  • Interpretation of Blueprints Preferred
  • Metal/Alloy Handling Experience

 

Specialized Knowledge:

This position requires the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals as well as the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as the ability to apply concepts and proportions to practical situations is required. This position also requires the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists as well as the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

 

Work Environment: Physical/ Mental Requirements:

This position is performed in a manufacturing environment. Exposure to weather, noise, and welding smoke.

 FreightCar America provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. 

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Welding1G WeldingRailcarBlueprint ReadingInventory ControlCraneHoistFork TruckMetal HandlingAlloy HandlingManufacturingWarehouseShippingReceivingShop Mathematics

About FreightCar America, Inc.

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Celebrating 125 Years of Excellence in the Railcar Industry

Industry
Railroad Equipment Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1901
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
9,276
Total funding
$160M

FreightCar America, the home of the aluminum railcar, has built a strong legacy of innovation, quality and customer commitment since 1901. With more than a century of experience designing and manufacturing railcars, we are proud to be a leading North American manufacturer of aluminum railroad freight cars that transport coal and other critical materials throughout the supply chain. Our long-standing reputation is built on generations of employees dedicated to craftsmanship, engineering excellence and continuous innovation. Today, FreightCar America continues to expand its product portfolio by combining advanced manufacturing capabilities, deep industry expertise and innovative railcar design to deliver efficient and reliable solutions for our customers. At FreightCar America, quality is more than a goal. It is a standard that guides everything we do. Every employee is committed to delivering products and services that meet the highest expectations for performance, reliability and safety. Our commitment to customer service begins with the very first conversation and continues throughout the life of every railcar. By staying focused on collaboration, responsiveness and long-term partnership, we work to provide our customers with the support and solutions they need to succeed. Toll Free Customer Service: (800) 458-2235

Offices: 125 S Wacker Dr, Suite 1500, Chicago, Illinois 60606, US · 129 Industrial Park Rd, Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15904, US

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About FreightCar America, Inc.

LinkedInVisit site

Celebrating 125 Years of Excellence in the Railcar Industry

Industry
Railroad Equipment Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1901
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
9,276
Total funding
$160M

FreightCar America, the home of the aluminum railcar, has built a strong legacy of innovation, quality and customer commitment since 1901. With more than a century of experience designing and manufacturing railcars, we are proud to be a leading North American manufacturer of aluminum railroad freight cars that transport coal and other critical materials throughout the supply chain. Our long-standing reputation is built on generations of employees dedicated to craftsmanship, engineering excellence and continuous innovation. Today, FreightCar America continues to expand its product portfolio by combining advanced manufacturing capabilities, deep industry expertise and innovative railcar design to deliver efficient and reliable solutions for our customers. At FreightCar America, quality is more than a goal. It is a standard that guides everything we do. Every employee is committed to delivering products and services that meet the highest expectations for performance, reliability and safety. Our commitment to customer service begins with the very first conversation and continues throughout the life of every railcar. By staying focused on collaboration, responsiveness and long-term partnership, we work to provide our customers with the support and solutions they need to succeed. Toll Free Customer Service: (800) 458-2235

Offices: 125 S Wacker Dr, Suite 1500, Chicago, Illinois 60606, US · 129 Industrial Park Rd, Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15904, US

BoxCarsGondolasHoppersFlat CarsEngineered SolutionsAxlesWheelsWheel Setsand Truck PartsAutorack Parts
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