What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Manager position at Progress Rail?
Job Purpose
The Mayfield, KY facility is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to join its leadership team.
The suitable candidate will manage a team of inspectors and a quality engineer and manage the quality department at our remanufacturing facility. Candidate must be able to work with various departments to ensure products and procedures are in compliance with industry specifications and customer requirements. Must be proficient with computers and have a working knowledge of spreadsheets, database, statistics and word processing. Candidate must be able to implement and maintain a strong continuous improvement and internal audit program designed to increase the Quality Awareness within the facility.
The suitable candidate will manage a team of inspectors and a quality engineer and manage the quality department at our remanufacturing facility. Candidate must be able to work with various departments to ensure products and procedures are in compliance with industry specifications and customer requirements. Must be proficient with computers and have a working knowledge of spreadsheets, database, statistics and word processing. Candidate must be able to implement and maintain a strong continuous improvement and internal audit program designed to increase the Quality Awareness within the facility.
Req ID
11335BR
Work Location Options
Mayfield, KY
City
Mayfield
State:
Kentucky
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.
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.
Key Job Elements
- Interpret customer requirements and specifications and revise or design new procedures to ensure compliance;
- Audit established procedures and quality systems to ensure compliance;
- Supervise the Quality department personnel and provide guidance and feedback to improve performance;
- Implement and maintain a Continuous Improvement program;
- Assist customer and 3rd party auditors and inspectors;
- Maintain an inspection program to ensure product complies with requirements;
- Keep accurate documentation and perform statistical analysis;
- Submit detailed reports to appropriate executives and department heads.
Education / Training
- College degree in a technical discipline is preferred; however a proven record in a production quality program is acceptable.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven experience as quality manager in an ISO certified company;
- Some travel and outside work may be required;
- Detail oriented with good communication, organizational and leadership skills;
- Proficient in MS Office, Statistics software and databases;
- Excellent Communication skills;
- In depth understanding of quality control procedures, inspection practices and audits;
- Experience in leading Continuous Improvement Process (Teams).
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
- Strength – Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces while installing or repair machinery and components;
- Motion – Position requires standing and/or walking the majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling, and climbing of steps and stairs;
- Vision/Hearing Requirements – Exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Position is exposed to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required. The Position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions;
- Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements. Employees will work with oils and other lubricants;
- Emotional Demands – Expected to work and cooperate as part of team to meet production requirements;
- Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e blue flag) and use of all PPE.
Benefits
- 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.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Job Category
Quality
PRS Facility Location
Mayfield, KY Locomotive - 260
