Production Mechanic

1st & 2nd Shift Production Mechanic (Locomotive Assembler)
Muncie, IN
Full-time, Weekly Pay, and Benefits

Job Summary
Impact Workforce Solutions is hiring a Production Mechanic for 1st and 2nd shift at a leading railroad manufacturing and locomotive rebuild facility in Muncie, Indiana.

In this hands-on mechanical assembly role, you will use electrical and mechanical skills to assemble, repair, and rebuild locomotive parts and components: including motors, wheel sets, and sub-assemblies. Work includes wiring, mechanical assembly, fabrication, and repair in accordance with AAR regulations, customer specifications, and company checklists. On-the-job training is available, making this a great opportunity for entry-level mechanics and experienced tradespeople alike.

We offer

• 5 Days of PTO
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact
• Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs

Pay & Shift Details

• Starting pay: $19.00/hour
• 2nd shift differential: additional $2.00/hour
• Full-time, immediate openings on 1st and 2nd shift
• On-the-job training provided

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all duties in compliance with company safety policies
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and rebuild locomotive motors and wheel sets
• Measure with micrometers and other precision tools
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts
• Consistently complete production documents legibly and without error
• Follow quality work instructions and contribute as a valued team member
• Education & Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1–3 years of mechanical experience preferred (gasoline, diesel, small engine, or other vehicular mechanical experience a plus)

Qualifications & Physical Requirements

• Skilled use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools
• Comfortable working around overhead cranes and mobile equipment
• Ability to work on varied surfaces (concrete, gravel, dirt, railroad tracks)
• Ability to read precision instruments and gauges
• Constant standing and walking
• Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and overhead reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.