Manufacturing Assistant

Saint Joseph, MO 64507

Posted: 07/08/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: LW301205626 Pay Rate: $21 / hour

Job Description



Laborer-Day Shift

Duties and Responsibilities:
*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
 Assist welders, fitters, and mechanics with railcar and fabrication shop tasks.
 Perform groundwork including coupling/uncoupling cars, and properly aligning switches.
 Complete pre- start up switch engine inspection and recognize problems and complete daily
checklist.
 Safely operate the switch engine including start-up/shut down.
 Perform basic switch engine maintenance (e.g., changing brake shoes, adjusting air brake
piston travel).
 Adhere to safety rules of switching outside and inside the shop.
 Assist with track maintenance (driving spikes, lubing switches, tighten joint bars, and
recognize needed track maintenance).
 Maintain an organized storage yard and safe work environment.
 Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and hand tools safely.
 Perform general shop cleaning, material handling, and basic fabrication support (cutting,
grinding, drilling, prepping).
 Handle scrap, waste, and recyclable materials per company safety and environmental
guidelines.
 Work overtime as the need arises.
 Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its
essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
 Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
Must submit resume to lisaw@imko.com
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