Quality Director - Locomotive

Job Purpose

The Director of Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement is responsible for providing leadership and

direction for the Locomotive division. This role ensures that best practices are properly documented and communicated across the division to minimize waste by ensuring the

proper methods are being executed.

Req ID

12227BR

City

Muncie

State:

Indiana

Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements

• Provide leadership to quality / test managers, team leaders and professional staff;
• Establish and develop common processes and procedures for the Business Unit;
• Instill a quality culture by developing and deploying a comprehensive quality assurance, continuous
  
  
  

improvement and supplier quality strategy;

• Supplier Quality: Ensure the proper execution of product introduction through the PPAP process;
• New Product Introduction: Ensure proper procedures are followed to validate the process and products
  
  
  

are introduced with minimal interruptions and defects;

• Participate as a business partner with the operations staff in managing and leading the direction of the
  
  
  

business;

• Provide 6 Sigma leadership, change management directions and guidance in proactively identifying
  
  
  

opportunities and removing / eliminating barriers;

• Lead audit function and process across the division and each facility regarding Continuous Improvement
  
  
  

opportunities, and compliance of AAR standards, ISO certification and EN standards/certification;

• Manage budget to plan;
• Select and develop team members;
• Troubleshoot issues and provide recommendations for resolutions;
• Manage QMS to ensure facility and operations comply to standards;
• Monitor daily QMS operations and communicate with key stakeholders regarding quality;
• Work with design team to implement corrective actions and improve process and overall product;
• Coordinate with supplier team to manage quality and responsible for vendor communication;
• Work with program teams to complete product launches on schedule;
• Regular interaction with customer and maintain customer issues logs;
• Contribute and assist in the development of Quality Control plan.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 standards and practices.
  
  
  

Education / Training

College degree – BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred;

Qualifications And Experience

This position requires an experienced and results‐driven leader that demonstrates solid analytical, communication,

and team management skills. Adept at managing business operations, implementing quality management and

continuous improvement programs, and developing process improvement initiatives.

• Min 10 years Quality Assurance experience, including leading teams of engineers and/or Six Sigma
  
  
  

professionals;

• Knowledge of the rail industry and specific business unit and diverse manufacturing processes (Welding,
  
  
  

Machining, Mechanical and Electro‐Mechanical Assembly, etc.);

• Proven track record of reducing cost of poor quality;
• Experience driving up first pass yields, and reducing scrap/rework;
• Knowledge and experience with AAR standards, ISO 9001 certification/audits and relevant EN
  
  
  

standards/requirements/certification;

• Extensive experience with ISO, LEAN, Six Sigma, 6S and TQM methodologies;
• Ability to travel 20 to 40% domestically and internationally;
• MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio;
• Above average troubleshooting skills;
• High level of analytical ability where problems are complex.
  
  
  

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:

• Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment. Frequent/constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light to medium- level lifting or carrying (up to 50 pounds).
• Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office environment. Depending on assigned project, position may occasionally require motions involved in an industrial working environment, including some low to intense levels of pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grasping.
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Frequent verbal communications, including both talking and hearing.
• Work Environment – Position is typically located in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment which may include a non-temperature-controlled environment, as well as exposure to noise (85 decibels), occasional exposure to temperature changes, heavy machinery and other hazardous working conditions requiring the use of PPE. Position may require travel as necessary, both domestic and international.
• Emotional Demands – Very high level of responsibility. Must be able to coordinate diverse aspects of a project. Requires significant interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards.
• Safety – Position may occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment during visits to industrial areas.
  
  
  

Benefits :

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
  
  
  

Job Category

Quality

PRS Facility Location

Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293