Knorr Brake Company · 16 hours ago
Technician I
Westminster, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20.44/hr - $22.25/hr
0+ years expKnorr Brake Company is part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, a global leader in braking technologies. The Technician I role involves conducting pre-build inspections and performing mechanical and electrical assembly of HVAC units for the rail car industry, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
Transportation"Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)"
No H1B
Responsibilities
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 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, AAR, and CMMI)
Maintain and safeguard business records
Conduct pre-build inspections of components, noting any pre-existing, handling-damage, prior to beginning the build process
Utilizing approved manufacturing work instructions, use hand, pneumatic, and power tools to assemble components, according to drawing specifications, while adhering to quality requirements and best practices. Assembly processes, performed in an assembly line area, include:
Installation of sub-assemblies and other components
Installing gaskets and sealants
Running wiring
Fixing components and hardware installation
Building of wiring harnesses per work instruction and/or schematics
Installation and assembly of unit electrical assemblies and other components
Inform supervisor of any part or equipment defects noted during the build process
Monitor the shelf life of any consumables used to complete the build process. Follow all established disposal methods associated with consumable material
Perform serialization of parts in SAP, our enterprise resource planning system, as pertaining to work orders
Provide support and assistance to other technicians and team members, as directed, and any other duties as assigned by the Cell Leader or Sr. Personnel
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
0-2 Years Relevant Experience
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
Must understand and comply with applicable standards. (i.e.: ISO 9001, ISO 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, AAR, and CMMI)
Conduct pre-build inspections of components, noting any pre-existing, handling-damage, prior to beginning the build process
Utilizing approved manufacturing work instructions, use hand, pneumatic, and power tools to assemble components, according to drawing specifications, while adhering to quality requirements and best practices
Installation of sub-assemblies and other components
Installing gaskets and sealants
Running wiring
Fixing components and hardware installation
Building of wiring harnesses per work instruction and/or schematics
Installation and assembly of unit electrical assemblies and other components
Inform supervisor of any part or equipment defects noted during the build process
Monitor the shelf life of any consumables used to complete the build process
Follow all established disposal methods associated with consumable material
Perform serialization of parts in SAP, our enterprise resource planning system, as pertaining to work orders
Provide support and assistance to other technicians and team members, as directed, and any other duties as assigned by the Cell Leader or Sr. Personnel
Technical Capacity: controls and instrumentation
Mechanical Aptitude: equipment maintenance, mechanical inspection tools and tooling
Time Management to ensure equipment is ready for assembly
Problem Solving and Decision Making (in making job decisions, the incumbent is guided by policy, routine and procedures)
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word (data entry and report writing)
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
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
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
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
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
Benefits
Group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance
401k plan
80 hours of vacation leave
40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year
12 paid holidays
1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year
6 weeks of paid parental leave
Purchase company stock
Annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics
Company
Knorr Brake Company
Knorr Brake Company is a transportation company specializing in brakes, doors, and HVAC systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kristen Perryman
Human Resources Business Partner Manager
Madison Stone, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
Maryland Daily Record
2025-10-18
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