Wabtec
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Foundry Operator

Pay
$17 – $19 per hour
Location
Salem, VA
Listed
2 days ago

About the role

Who will you be working with?

You will work with a broad range of talented individuals to deliver quality products in a timely manner. You'll primarily work alongside Foundry team members and partner with professionals across multiple departments.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Foundry team, you will follow specified work instructions and/or engineering parts drawings to produce a wide variety of products. You will be responsible for the quality of your work, which includes accurate counts and meeting production standards. You will continually look for ways to improve our production processes.

What do we want to know about you?

  • Do you have proven math, reading, and computer skills?
  • Are you able to receive and execute written or verbal instruction?
  • Do you have a high school diploma or GED (preferred)?

What will your typical day look like?

  • Responsible for various portions of the foundry production process, including but not limited to the production of molds.
  • Follows specified work instructions which may include sub-assembly of product, soldering, testing, and packaging as required.
  • Follow applicable ISO procedures
  • Keep work area clean and in order
  • Follow all company safety procedure and guidelines
  • Report malfunction of equipment and process deviations to appropriate personnel.

What about the physical demands of the job?

  • Frequent standing, walking, sitting, handling, reaching outward, lifting 10lbs or less. Frequent exposure to dust or vapors within OSHA limits.
  • Occasional reaching up/over shoulder, bending, lifting up to 20lbs., exposure to heat/humidity

Additional information

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

Pay and benefits

The hourly rate for this role is in the range of $16.50 - $18.50/hr.

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).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay

$16.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule

  • 10 hour shift
  • Day shift

Ability to Commute

  • Roanoke, VA (Required)

Ability to Relocate

  • Roanoke, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $16.50-18.50 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.
  • 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.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.

Read the original posting

From Wabtec's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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What is the salary for the Foundry Operator role at Wabtec?

The Foundry Operator posting at Wabtec states compensation of $17 – $19 per hour. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Wabtec's official career site.

Where is the Foundry Operator job at Wabtec located?

This Foundry Operator position at Wabtec is located in Salem, VA. Always check Wabtec's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.

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