8198BR
PRS Facility Location:
Decoursey, KY - Trackworks - 016
Job Purpose:
SIGN ON BONUS - $1,000 GROSSED-UP AND PAID IN 3 INSTALLMENTS DURING THE FIRST YEAR! Effective for employees who have a start date during the short term bonus program: January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023.
$1.00 INCREASE AFTER 90 DAYS (AT CONVERSION AND BENEFITS START ON DAY ONE!)
$$ELIGIBLE FOR QUARTERLY BONUSES$$200-500$$
COMPETITIVE PAY - UP TO $22.50 BY ONE YEAR
(Range $17-$19 depending on position and shift differentials)
$1.50 SHIFT DIFF FOR 2ND SHIFT AND $2.00 SHIFT DIFF FOR 4TH SHIFT
ASK FOR OUR STEP PROGRESSION PROGRAM!!
The assembler glue/finish grinder candidate is responsible for the manual assembly and building of railroad tracks and turnouts using various tools and equipment. Track Assemblers will use mechanical aptitude and skills to build full track panels, turnouts and crossings, as well as
build other rail components to customer specifications. Following instructions from blueprints, engineering
change documents and work instructions, the operations will consist of the manual assembly, fabrication, grinding
and fitting together rail components such as frogs, switch rods, switch points, guard rail, and gage plates for final
trackwork assembly.
Req ID:
8198BR
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:
- HS Diploma preferred or equivalent.
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, stopping, kneeing, squatting and
overhead reaching and climbing ladders and using tools with constant vibration;
- 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, inside and outside of the
building. Works at varied heights from floor level to loading product into the tops of rail cars. Nontemperature 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.
Job Title:
Assembler
City:
Taylor Mill
Key Job Elements:
Taylor Mill KY - This position operates on 1st Shift Monday - Thursday 6am to 430pm with required overtime on Fridays and/or Saturdays when needed and is work conducted outside and exposed to all weather conditions.
Duties and responsibilities
- Follow assembly processes for assigned area and follow written work instructions and verbal guidance by
department supervisor;
- Use designated instruments to complete inspection of completed part and accurately record dimensions
on quality check sheets;
- Ability to use measuring devices such as tape measures, scales, torque wrenches, and calipers. Must be
able to measure to the 1/32” and record the required inspection information;
- Maintain area cleanliness and organization;
- follow safety policies and practices when operating equipment and machinery.
Advanced duties and responsibilities
- use various hand tools such as grinders, huck guns, impact wrenches, etc. to secure/attach/fit rail
components for trackwork assembly process;
- Operate overhead crane to lift/move/load track segments for the assembly process and in/out of the
work area, or to load finished product for shipment;
- Identify quality discrepancies and non-conforming issues and notify QA and/or make the correction
according to customer requirements;
- Pass certification for mig welding;
- Train other employees on work processes.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to read and understanding blueprints, schematics, written work instructions, and other visual aids;
- Prior experience using hand tools as well as pneumatic and electric powered grinders and impact
wrenches, as well as overhead cranes to transport rail and rail components into and out of the work area;
- Experience in operating forklift.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Must be familiar with manufacturing environment, with use of industrial equipment and mechanics, and
ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices for completion of work;
- Must be able to read a tape measure to the 1/32” and have experience using other instruments such as
gauges, calipers, etc.;
- Must be able to read, write, count and communicate with various levels of personnel.
- Skill Level I – 0-1 years of experience with High Diploma or equivalent;
- Skill Level II – 1-2 years of experience or Technical Certifications and/or related work experience;
- Skill Level III – 3-4 years of experience;
- Skill Level IV – 5+ years of experience;
EEO:
Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Benefits:
Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.
- Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.
Job Category:
Production - Hourly
State::
Kentucky
