What are the responsibilities and job description for the Draft Gear Assembler position at Progress Rail?
Job Purpose
To requalify draft gears with disassemble and assembly processes meeting AAR specifications.
Req ID
11056BR
City
Roanoke
State:
Virginia
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
Minimum duties and responsibilities
- Inspect Inbound Draft Gears for signs of distress, fire damage, missing, broken, lose or cracked housing;
- Disassemble Draft Gear for thorough inspecting and routing;
- Bring all weld specifications back to tolerance by welding department;
- Paint Draft Gear housing;
- Re assemble Draft Gear parts with new or requalified/reconditioned internal parts;
- After inspection, Draft Gear is moved to test, to comply with AAR requirements;
- When completed place Draft Gear on Pallet with strap and wrap;
- Prepare to ship.
Education / Training
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Qualifications and Experience
- Ability to communicate effectively to include reading and writing in English;
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to read precision instruments and gauges;
- Understand technical drawings and work instructions;
- Capable of using hand and power tools, including Pneumatic tools;
- Work around and operate overhead cranes;
- Visual Acuity.
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
Roanoke, VA Draft Gears Shop - 163
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