What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembler - Temporary position at Progress Rail?
Job Purpose
This position is a temporary position and is responsible for light assembly of small components. All bench-top work.
Req ID
11156BR
City
Jacksonville
State:
Florida
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
- Pull parts for task at hand;
- Operation of forklift;
- Assembly of small components
- Ability to move up to 75 lbs.
- Maintain quality and production standards;
- Follow all safety protocols;
- Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Education / Training
- High School diploma or GED.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience with light assembly;
- Must be able to stand in one place for an extended period of time;
- Ability to read blueprints a plus
- Ability to communicate effectively;
- Detailed attention to the task at hand;
- Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required for employment.
Essential and Physical Activities:
- Strength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 35lbs, push and pull up to 75lbs;
- Motion – Constant walking frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and overhead reaching and climbing ladders;
- Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms;
- Work Environment – Works on varied surfaces. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels;
- Emotional Demands – Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be comfortable working alone;
- Safety – Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment. Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and utilize all required PPE. Included but not limited to metatarsal boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, aprons, ear protection, etc.
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.**
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
- 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
Production - Hourly
PRS Facility Location
Jacksonville, FL Signal - 052
