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Team Leader

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies

Northampton, KO, gbFull-timePosted Oct 6, 2026

Job description

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 Manufacturing team, working on the 0545-1400 shift (39.25 hours/week) Monday to Friday, working/reacting in a high pressure fast moving manufacturing environment, using KPI’s to manage both process and staffing, understand lean and use of lean tools, techniques and waste reduction and must be able to work closely with the current manufacturing team whilst being flexible enough to move between department to support other areas of the business when required and embrace change management.

Responsible for: Health and Safety of all persons reporting to or in the area at any time NRFT/QRQC, reporting and identifying root causes of any defects, introducing/maintaining measures to prevent re-occurrence Daily output from the process, reporting and investigating the reason for missed targets Process audits/process adherence Lean/Daily Management Other duties from time to time as required What do we want to know about you?

Ability to follow processes, especially health and safety Ability to see and find solutions to problems in the area Willingness to work flexibly Ability to read drawings Team player with a positive can-do attitude Good communication skills Attention to good Housekeeping Previous supervisory experience Benefits : Retention bonus (up-to £1000) / 4 x life assurance / Sick Pay scheme / Pension Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays / Free hot drinks / Access to retail discounts / Medicash Health Plan 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.Wabtec. Corp.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.

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