What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Inspector position at Progress Rail?
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for providing quality assurance support to the production shop.
Req ID
11423BR
Work Location Options
Mayfield KY
City
Mayfield
State:
Kentucky
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
- Demonstrate knowledge of Visual Inspection Criteria, engine components, locomotive components, and/or test gauges, test fixtures, process and quality audits, scrap tickets;
- Conduct product inspection, inbound & outbound, documentation of defects and buybacks;
- Follow all safety policies and procedures including Blue Flag Policy;
- Properly work with Traveler’s and Quality Work Instructions (QWI’s);
- Properly utilize Quality system (action item maintenance system), process audits, preventive and corrective actions consistently and accurately;
- Demonstrate knowledge of AAR/FRA locomotive requirements;
- Ability to read and understand visual inspection criteria, micrometers, blueprints, and gauges;
- Conduct audits & inspections for assembly & manufacturing functions;
- Properly utilize equipment and tools consistently, accurately, and safely:
o Debris Analysis;
o Calipers micrometers;
o Manual test meters;
o Test Fixtures;
- Performs adequate and accurate methods to:
o Control scrap;
o Analyze data;
o Support Engineering and Manufacturing (new products and procedures);
- Able to work well with production and others team members consistently, accurately, and safely.
Education / Training
- High School Diploma or GED required.
Qualifications and Experience
- A minimum of 1 year of quality experience required;
- Ability to read calibers, micrometers, and gauges;
- Experience with gauge controls and calibration procedures;
- Ability to work with little or no supervision;
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret quality assurance documents and instructions;
- Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
- Strength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb;
- Motion – Constant walking; frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, 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, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives. Work in confined spaces. 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.
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
Mayfield, KY Locomotive - 260
