Brakes Test Technician

Business: Knorr Brake Company

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Manufacturing

Business Address:
1 Arthur Peck Drive
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 645-3231

Contact Name: Christina Basabe
Title: Regional Recruiter
Email: Christina.Basabe@knorrbrake.com
Website:

Job Description

Assemble and test components such as sub-assemblies, brake units, door motor drives, wiring harness, and detail parts working at assembly and test benches. Must be able to verify components meet Knorr standards or identify failures/non-conformities using mechanical/test equipment with various measurement devices or with hand and power tools.

Essential Functions
Assemble parts or components to build a new product.
Contribute in fitting, building, or reconstruction of various parts to ensure smooth process of component amalgamation.
Study, read, and understand the schematic diagrams, blueprints, product manuals, process documents, and gather information regarding its parts, fixtures, tools, etc.
Set up, arrange, and operate assembly and test equipment (if applicable) per specifications and/or instructions, or direction from the Cell Leader or Supervisor.
Conduct tests on pneumatic or hydraulic assemblies or systems based on test criteria as established by procedures and/or written test plans.
Verify proper supply voltage, air or hydraulic pressure is reaching components with correct timing and actuating accordingly.
Test electrical components such as, wiring, switches, and relays using test equipment.
Maintain accurate records of test results and report results both pass and fail as required.
Implement and identify needs for improvement by conveying it to the senior personnel, so that quality of products is maintained.
Maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment and ensure the compliance with company’s rules and policies.
Must be able to comply with quality, product safety, and HSE rules, guidelines and regulations. Be energy conscious, if applicable.
Must understand and comply with applicable standards. ( i.e.: ISO 9001, ISO/TS 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and CMMI).
Maintain and safeguard business records

Technical Competencies
Technical Capacity: controls and instrumentation
Mechanical Aptitude: equipment maintenance, mechanical inspection tools and tooling
Problem Solving and Decision Making (in making job decisions, the incumbent is guided by policy, routine and procedures)

Core Competencies

1. Efficiency (timely completion of tasks)

Plans, prioritizes, and completes tasks in an appropriate manner
Performs tasks efficiently and effectively and meets deadlines
Works towards achieving targets
Open to new, efficient ways of working and seeks ways to improve them
Punctual
2. Quality (consistently delivering products and services in compliance with expectations and standards, diligently executing tasks while keeping promises and dealing with difficulties and disruptions)

Works very diligently
Delivers appropriate work results / attention to detail
Communicates issues and defects
Contributes to high-quality results
3. Methodology (means the ability to analyze situations, make decisions within scope of the job, act cost-consciously, recognizes the effect of their performance within the company, demonstrate commitment to customers and services, work in a safe manner, work independently)

Obtains information necessary to perform tasks
Carefully looks at information from various sources before making decisions
Participates in reducing costs (LEAN methodology)
Acts in the interest of internal and external customers / communicates appropriately
Abides by all safety rules, policies and guidelines
4. Commitment (ability to perform varying tasks, adapts and takes ownership to rapidly changing working conditions, as well as personal attitude towards works, diligence and motivations)

Able to adapt quickly to new tasks and working conditions
Shows dedication and willingness to contribute to the company’s success
Motivated and works diligently
Embraces responsibility and accountability
5. Teamwork (successful cooperation with others in the execution of joint tasks, sharing of information, respectful to others and inclusive attitude)

Behaves cooperatively and respectfully
Promotes collaborative work environment

Job Requirements

Required Education
High School Diploma

Required Experience
3-5 Years Relevant Experience
Technical Degree or Certificate with 1 years of experience in lieu of experience

Work Environment
Sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, etc.
Maximum lifting/carrying: 50 lbs.

Other Job Requirements
H.S. Diploma/GED, Physical Required, Drug Test Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: 21.55
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: YES
Benefits: YES
401K with company match, FSA, HSA, Paid Parental Leave, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, 3 weeks of accrued PTO, 12 Company Holidays

Days of Work:
MONDAY 6 am to 3:30 pm  TUESDAY 6 am to 3:30 pm  WEDNESDAY 6 am to 3:30 pm  THURSDAY 6 am to 3:30 pm  FRIDAY 6 am to 10 am
Shift: 1st

How to Apply: https://careers.knorr-bremse.com/job-invite/4037/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: 36
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 07/01/2023