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Assembler Mechanic Welder Technician

Progress Rail -
Marshalltown, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $24 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Welding Certification
Manufacturing facility experience
Industrial equipment repair
Manufacturing
Manufacturing company experience
Flux-cored welding

Full Job Description

Job Purpose

An Assembly Mechanic Welder Technician conducts repair work and/or operates specialized engine testing equipment, operates various hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld, fabricate or join work pieces together. This mechanic welder technician performs multiple assembly and pre-paint wash/prep, masking, sanding, painting, and train other operators. All levels of this position may be required to perform other functions or assist in other departments as needed.

This position will have a starting wage at $24.
Flexible upon experience.

Req ID

12044BR

City

Marshalltown

State:

Iowa

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.

Key Job Elements

Position will work M-Th, 10 hour day shifts. Mandatory overtime as needed;
Read schematics, blueprints, standard work, perform basic math;
Assembling and/or test parts and components for locomotive engine;
Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and welding;
Retrieve materials assembled and weld into a finished product;
Maintain area cleanliness and organization;
Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely;
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded;
Fasten sub-assembly parts together with bolts, screws, and additional fasteners hardware;
Route and apply electrical wiring harnesses
Operate engine test cell equipment;
Perform balance tests and other quality tests as required;
Diagnose malfunctions and perform adjustments or repairs to components to meet quality standards;
Maintain and conduct preventive maintenance on components;
Diagnose and troubleshoot assembly problems, part quality issues and test results associated with new parts and engineering changes;
Move units in and out of paint booths;
Power wash units for paint, check for leaks;
Perform surface preparation and masking;
Ability to train new employees;
Maintaining welding proficiency as required by Progress Rail QSP 4.9 as well as any applicable local and international standards;
Mastery of various welds such as pipe weld, GMAW, SMAW, etc. in all positions;
Perform single and multi-pass welds in all positions;
Ability to perform preventative and basic maintenance of weld machines and equipment; change out wire and gas bottles as needed;
Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead);
Cross train in all assembly areas;
Safely operate equipment (after proper training) that may include forklift and overhead cranes, and any other tools or equipment.

Education / Training

GED, HS diploma required;
Heavy manufacturing and or technical certification, vocational/technical training, required;
2-3 years of basic mechanical knowledge required to diagnose and repair locomotive components
2-3 years of experience as a welder, certification in GMAW and FCAW required;
Certification to a recognized welding standard such as AWS D1.1

Qualifications and Experience

Forklift and/or crane experience preferred;
2-5 mechanical years' experience required;
Problem solving skills to properly assess and compensate for variations due to incoming part quality, process variations, process changes,

engineering changes and part shortages;

Must be familiar with manufacturing environment, with use of industrial equipment and mechanics, heavy structural assembly, and ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices;
Must demonstrate ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, technical correspondence, and memos;
Industrial painting systems including bulk, pressured, syphon, HVLP, and conventional spray with array of industrial coatings (polyurethane, CARC);
Pass internal welding certification in conjunction with requirements under ISO, AAR, and other regulatory agencies;
Demonstrate ability to communicate verbally or as written;
Demonstrate ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers and employees of the organization.

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.

EEO

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

Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

EMD Marshalltown, IA - 405

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