9191BR

　　PRS Facility Location:

　　Winston Salem, NC - 329

　　Job Purpose:

　　First shift position.

　　PRS Axle Line Quality Technician position works independently and/or as a quality team member to ensure conformity to quality processes. In addition to PRS Axle Line, this position supports quality initiatives in W-S manufacturing facility related to operations, supplier quality and materials and required skills et must include a great mechanical aptitude and computer skills in order to improve safety, quality, and efficiency of the inspection operations.

　　Req ID:

　　9191BR

　　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 equivalent;

　　• 2 years of experience as Quality Inspector in the manufacturing environment;

　　• Experience as a machinist or assembler preferred.

　　Job Title:

　　Inspector II, Quality Assurance

　　City:

　　Winston Salem

　　Key Job Elements:

　　• Have ability to perform ALL inspection duties for the PRS Axle Line on the floor;

　　• Support the Continuous Improvement process for the PRS Axle Line and the entire W-S facility;

　　• Participate in efforts to investigate and resolve quality issues associated with PRS Axles manufacturing;

　　• Communicate frequently with team members, team leaders, and supervisors in your own group as well as in Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, EHS, Purchasing, and Facilities;

　　• Perform root cause analysis to investigate quality issues resulting from suppliers or Engineering design;

　　• Ability to multitask and prioritize work;

　　• Gather data from various tools, gages and tooling systems and prepare data reports, quality analysis and reviews;

　　• Requires an excellent attendance record and willingness to work overtime when necessary or required for the area working;

　　• Measure component dimensions and interpret results for conformance versus drawing requirements;

　　• Communicate inspection results to operations department colleagues. Provide feedback in a constructive and diplomatic fashion.

　　Region:

　　North Carolina

　　Qualifications and Experience:

　　• At least one year of experience is required in the Manufacturing Quality Inspection environment;

　　• Demonstrated mechanical and assembly aptitude, & computer skills;

　　• Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships with coworkers, suppliers and customers;

　　• Have ability to perform the inspection duties for any quality gate on the W-S facility floor;

　　• Experience reading engineering drawings and PRS specifications;

　　• Understanding of geometric dimension and tolerance;

　　• Computer literacy with proficiency in MES, AQE, and Microsoft Excel;

　　• Ability to use Team Center software to open and view CAD models;

　　• Understanding and experience with the root cause and corrective action (RCCA) or 8D issue resolution process;

　　• Experience operating inspection equipment;

　　• Knowledge of APQP;

　　• Experience in use of manual measurement devices (calipers, gauges, micrometers);

　　• Understanding and experience with AAR manuals, such as MSRP section GII, J etc.;

　　• Knowledge of the PRS Axle manufacturing process;

　　• Experience with “Infinity” SPC software;

　　• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working near moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes and lift truck traffic.

　　The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met successfully to perform the essential functions of the job:

　　• Requires long periods of standing, reaching and using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls;

　　• Requires frequent walking up and down floor to platforms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl inside the product as required;

　　• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds;

　　• Metatarsal safety shoes are required as well as safety glasses.

　　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:

　　Quality

　　Work Location Options:

　　Winston Salem NC

　　State::

　　North Carolina