Assembler

10061BR

PRS Facility Location:

Decoursey, KY – Trackworks – 016

Job Purpose:

$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

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The guard rail assembler/plate packer is responsible for the manual assembly, building and packing of railroad tracks and components 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:

10061BR

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. 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.

Job Title:

Assembler

City:

Taylor Mill

Key Job Elements:

Taylor Mill KY – This position operates on 2nd Shift (Monday – Thursday 445pm to 315am) 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:

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:

Production – Hourly

State::

Kentucky