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Engineering Shop Supervisor
Progress Rail La Grange, IL
$85k-112k (estimate)
Full Time 7 Days Ago
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Progress Rail is Hiring an Engineering Shop Supervisor Near La Grange, IL

Job Purpose

Supervise a small group of skilled hourly employees engaged in technical support activities such as locomotive and engine testing and maintenance. Work duties are somewhat complex and follow established procedures, standards and specifications. Some direct guidance is received from engineers. Responsible for completion of job requests and efficient use of labor, material and equipment. Work is performed more or less independently, with volume of work serving as a check on productivity.

Req ID

9561BR

Work Location Options

LaGrange

City

La Grange

State:

Illinois

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.

Key Job Elements

Supervise a select group of skill trades staff and manage key engineering projects:
  • Participates in the selection of new employees;
  • Trains, develops, assigns work to and evaluates employees;
  • Plans and meets quality and schedule requirements;
  • Analyzes job requests and determines procedures to be followed in shop;
  • Coordinates activities with related departments;
  • Informs engineers and manager of developments;
  • Complies with terms of local labor agreement;
  • Performs the following administrative functions; Daily time keeping, safety message, job assignments, vacation, training, OT equalization, Grievance’s resolution, & workload prioritization;
  • Communicates test plans, test results and roadblocks back to Engineering and resolves technical issue with the assigned engineer;
  • Ensure that a safe and productive workplace by completing safety audits, coordinating facility repairs, and eliminating unsafe work practices;
  • Maintain a safe and productive work environment for employees;
  • Drive a culture that complies with our values and actions, Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork:
  • Participates in resolution of engineering related project problems;
  • Investigate & resolve facility equipment failures;
  • Provides technical direction to support personnel;
  • Develop and document processes to reduce test variation and improve testing efficiency;
  • Support flexible work time schedules.
  • Frequent contact with others outside the workgroup;
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education / Training

Required:
  • BSE, BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
Preferred:
  • Advance college degree with major in Engineering.

Qualifications and Experience

Required:
  • Four years of equivalent work experience would include working on or with large mechanical and or electrical systems coupled with exposure to union work environment;
  • Proficient with computer applications: MS Excel, Project, Word, Power Point etc.;
  • Analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult;
  • Good oral and written communications skills;
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
Preferred:
  • Understanding of six sigma;
  • Understanding Diesel engine principles;
  • Understanding of locomotive systems;
  • Understanding of Federally mandated emission.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
  • Strength – Position typically involves oversight in an industrial environment. Frequent standing, sitting, and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting (up to 30 pounds);
  • Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with leading and demonstrating in an industrial environment. Frequent reaching, handling, grasping, carrying, pulling. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching;
  • Vision/Hearing Requirements – Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
  • Work Environment – Position is Safety Sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Position may involve work in a non-temperature-controlled environment. Position is located in an industrial environment, including occasional exposure to noise (85 decibels), occasional exposure to temperature changes and/or extreme temperatures, heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and other hazardous working conditions;
  • Emotional Demands – High level of responsibility in a hazardous environment. Must be able to lead a diverse team in a production environment. Requires interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards;
  • Safety – Position is Safety Sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of an Engineering Shop Supervisor.

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

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

SALARY

$85k-112k (estimate)

POST DATE

05/10/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

07/08/2024

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