Machinist WMS 3W

Company: Wabtec
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Description 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? As a member of the CNC Machinist Group, you will be responsible for performing multiple tasks to support the fabrication of locomotive/mining components. In addition to machining, you will have responsibility for assembling components and other duties as assigned. Machinists are responsible for working together as a team to improve manufacturing processes and promote a climate of cooperation. Desired Skill Sets: Working knowledge of G&M code Minimum Requirements: 1-year CNC Machining experience Minimum of 1 year of experience using blueprints and manufacturing instructions to produce machined parts. Must be able to lift material up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation. Must have ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment. Must be able to adhere to standards, do a quality job in a safe manner, within allotted time. Must have basic computer skills. Must be able to pass a pre-employment technical assessment. Every employee will be an in-process inspector. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have high-school diploma or GED or equivalent. Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs and safety shoes. Must be willing to work in a tobacco-free environment. Be willing to take a drug test & submit to a background check as part of the selection process. Be willing to submit to random drug tests. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job. Must be willing to work as necessary to meet requirements of the position, including the ability to work occasional weekends and scheduled overtime. What will your typical day look like? CNC Machinist may include but is not limited to the following: Understand and perform all functions required to set up and operate a variety of CNC and /or manual machining equipment including but not limited to: 4 axis vertical lathes, horizontal boring machines, gear gasher, gear grinder, cylindrical grinder, mills and coordinate measuring machines. Use standard machine tools including, but not limited to drill press, band saw, lathe, press breaks, welding equipment etc., and a variety of hand, electric, and pneumatic tools Change and adjust tools as required to maintain quality Set up both fixtures and parts for machining De-burr parts Use manual and electronic inspection devices to check multiple quality parameters Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and mathematical abilities required Promote climate of cooperation; leading by example mentoring others in safety, quality, environmental, lean and high performance work team philosophies Work with all facility employees on improving manufacturing processes through prototyping, fabrication and experimental machining to develop and prove concepts and design and implement necessary fixtures and tooling for manufacturing improvements Assembly of components and full assembly of finished parts Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality control techniques Material transport including the use of but not limited to, radio controlled cranes, forklifts and tuggers Prying and setting heavy equipment may also be required All machinists will perform multiple tasks in any combination and concentration of the above-mentioned areas and will rotate through all or most of the processes rather than being assigned to a specific task. Machinists must be able to work as part of a team having responsibility for assembling numerous components and other duties as assigned. The starting hourly rate of this position is $35.23/hr (up to $36.37/hr after 6-month progression and $37.51/hr at 4 years of service) with night shift differential of $1/hr when working 2nd shift hours. Shift availability is dependent on business needs. 4 day, 10 hour work week: 4-day (Monday through Thursday), 10-hour shift work week. 1st shift hours are 5:00AM – 3:30PM and 2nd shift hours are 3:15PM – 1:45AM. Must be able to work scheduled shift hours. 3-day, 36 hour ( 4 bonus hours) work week: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 5:00AM – 5:30PM. Must be able to work scheduled shift hours. 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. 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). Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0 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.

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