8751BR

PRS Facility Location:

Winston Salem, NC - 329

Job Purpose:

This position will have responsibility for Manufacturing Engineering functions in various areas of West Machining.

Req ID:

8751BR

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 .

Education / Training:

• 2 year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience (4 year degree desired);

• Minimum 10 years Large Mfg experience.

Job Title:

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

City:

Winston Salem

Key Job Elements:

• Develop & Improve Machining and or Assembly manufacturing processes;

• Create job aids and work instructions;

• Manage complex projects;

• Complete Part & Process SPAP / PPAP;

• Create and maintain Routings / BOMS;

• Process Engineering Changes;

• Create/Maintain SFMEA;

• Create/Maintain Control Plans / PFMEA;

• Use Industrial Engineering Tools - Time Studies/Line Balancing / Man Machine Charts/Value Stream Maps to eliminate waste;

• LN system use & training to users;

• Validate/support all quality gate audits;

• Lead safety investigations and perform 1Page DMAIC process;

• Determine processing needs to assure fixtures, tooling and methods are provided to meet schedules and production requirements;

• Works to improve processes, timeliness and reduce costs by eliminating non-value added activities;

• Implement various corporate initiatives such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Internal Certification, etc;

• Monitor and improve safety on the shop floor; eliminate any unsafe operations and ensure a safe and clean production environment;

• Evaluate, assess, and identify training needs of the workforce;

• Drives Root Cause identification. Drives Continuous Improvement process;

• CNC/PLC Programming Awareness (Machining Only);

• Team Center Mfg / NX Awareness & Use.

Region:

North Carolina

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of PC / data entry;

• Intermediate level skills of Microsoft Office (Excel / Word / PowerPoint);

• Ability to comfortably present to team members and other area Leaders;

• Strong interpersonal/communication/prioritization skills is a must;

• Strong organizational skills;

• Ability to read and understand specification and standards documents;

• CNC Programming Experience preferred;

• Tool Design Experience preferred.

Must also be able to perform the following for the duration of shift

• Heavy manufacturing environment, subjecting employees to noise, vibration, and chemical elements;

• Will be working near moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes and lift truck traffic;

• Regularly required to stand and use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls & reach with hands and arms;

• Continual use of ladders/platforms/stairs to access engine and or machines in various stages of assembly or manufacture;

• Occasional lifting objects up to 35 lbs;

• Periodically walking short and long distances;

• Metatarsal safety shoes are required as well as safety glasses.

EEO:

Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

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._

Job Category:

Engineering

Work Location Options:

Winston Salem NC

State::

North Carolina