Mgr II, Quality Assrnc

Job Purpose

The purpose of the position is to work with the production team to facilitate the supplier cost recovery process and supervisor supplier quality inspectors

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.

Education / Training

* Relevant associates degree or similar qualifications

Key Job Elements

Duties and Responsibilities

* Collaborate with multiple teams to develop and implement SCR process to completion on thousands of documents step-by-step;

* Supervisor documentation of all issues with detailed attachments and initiate NCM process

* Able to work well with production and others team members consistently, accurately, and safely.

* Conduct product audits/inspections on major subassemblies and final products to see if the unit meets specifications and needs of fitness for use;

Advanced duties and responsibilities

* Specific knowledge in core manufacturing process: areas: welding, mechanical, electrical, paint;

* Experience in purchasing and negotiation; experience in quality and nonconformances;

* Strong communication skills, both written and oral; ability to listen and communicate at all levels and departments of the organization;

Preferred Skills

* Collaborate and interact effectively with a variety of other team members - assemblers, engineers, managers;

* Problem-solving abilities; identifying process problems and non-conformances.

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.

Qualifications and Experience

* Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications;

* Model specific courses/classes/training based on shop customer requirements;

* Experience with quality systems such as ETQ;

* Experience with ERP systems such as SAP & LN;

* Accurately complete basic math skills;

* Advanced proficiency with computer skills (Outlook, data entry, Microsoft Office).

* Ability to handle multiple tasks and be a flexible team player; ability to switch gears when something is needed immediately and return to follow up on other projects.

EEO

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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.

* 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.

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