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Assembler III-March 2024
Winston Salem
Mar 28, 2026
About Assembler III

  9178BR

  PRS Facility Location:

  Winston Salem, NC - 329

  Job Purpose:

  • Benefits start on your first day!

  • Monthly production bonus program!

  • Employee Referral Bonus!

  • 401k - 100% Company match up to 6%!

  • Work in a state-of-the-art, clean facility with a climate-controlled environment!

  1 shift position

  Performs repair work and/or operating specialized engine testing equipment. Performs multiple assembly and pre-paint wash/prep, masking sanding, painting. Should have capabilities to troubleshoot, repair and train others. May be required to perform other functions or assist in other departments as needed.

  Req ID:

  9178BR

  Company Description:

  Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

  As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

  Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

  Education / Training:

  • HS Diploma or GED;

  • 5+ years of experience, Vocational training, Forklift, and crane certified, two or more Technical certifications.

  Job Title:

  Assembler III

  City:

  Winston Salem

  Key Job Elements:

  Minimum duties and responsibilities:

  • Assembling and/or test parts and components for locomotive engine;

  • Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and welding;

  • Read schematics, blueprints, standard work, perform basic math;

  • Maintain area cleanliness and organization;

  • Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely.

  Advanced duties and responsibilities:

  • Assembling parts and components for locomotive alternator;

  • Fasten sub-assembly parts together with bolts, screws, and additional fasteners hardware;

  • Route and apply electrical wiring harnesses;

  • Route and install hydraulic fluid, fuel lines and electrical wiring harnesses;

  • Fill engine with fuel, coolant and hydraulic oils and prep engine for Test Cell;

  • Operate engine test cell equipment;

  • Perform pressure decay tests and other IPV’s as required;

  • Diagnose malfunctions and perform adjustments or repairs to engines and components to meet quality standards;

  • Maintain and conduct preventive maintenance on machines. Check oil levels, air pressures, air filters and perform minimal maintenance to correct issues;

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot assembly problems, part quality issues and test results associated with new parts and engineering changes;

  • Move units in and out of paint booths;

  • Power wash units for paint, check for leaks.

  Region:

  North Carolina

  Qualifications and Experience:

  • Basic PC knowledge for data entry;

  • Forklift and/or crane experience;

  • Problem solving skills to properly assess and compensate for variations due to incoming part quality, process variations, process changes, engineering changes and part shortages;

  • Must be familiar with manufacturing environment, with use of industrial equipment and mechanics, heavy structural assembly, and ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices;

  • Must demonstrate ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, technical correspondence, and memos;

  • Industrial painting systems including bulk, pressured, syphon, HVLP, and conventional spray with array of industrial coatings (polyurethane, CARC);

  • Demonstrate ability to write effective correspondence;

  • Demonstrate ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers and employees of the organization.

  Essential/Physical Activities:

  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 35lbs, push and pull up to 50lb;

  • Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms.

  EEO:

  Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

  Benefits:

  Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

  *Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

  Job Category:

  Production - Hourly

  Work Location Options:

  Winston Salem NC

  State::

  North Carolina

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