Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation

Operative

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation · Northampton, KO, United Kingdom
Northampton, KO, United Kingdom Posted 2026-08-13
Type
Full-time

Who will you be working with?

Bearward Engineering is a Northampton based firm manufacturing radiators for the power generation industry.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Paint Line department team, working on the 14:00-22:00 shift (38 hours/week) Monday to Friday, you will be responsible to manually load/unload parts onto/off the paint line, checking quality of parts before/after paint process, cleaning and fettling using manual grinders, palletising, moving and stacking product using pump trucks (training given). PPE supplied; safety glasses, ear protection, overalls, gloves, safety boots (and visors where relevant).

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

What do we want to know about you?

Ability to read drawings.

Team player with a positive can-do attitude.

Practical, hands on.

Have good communication skills.

Willing to work flexibly.

Attention to good Housekeeping.

What about the physical demands of the job?

A manual environment, lifting heavy equipment with magnetic hoists and chain/strap hoists.

Benefits :

Retention bonus (up-to £650) / 4 x life assurance / Sick Pay scheme / Pension

Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays / Free hot drinks / Access to retail discount

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.

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation

Rail Transport · Public · Pittsburgh, USA

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Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (Wabtec) provides equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight rail, transit, mining, industrial, and marine industries. They manufacture products for locomotives, freight cars, and passenger transit vehicles, including advanced digital intelligence and air brake systems.
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