What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Inspector position at Progress Rail?
Job Purpose
The Quality Inspector role involves day-to-day product and process audits that monitor production activities and generate performance data for production areas. This also includes collecting and maintaining build records and documentations while rotating through the facility to build broad product knowledge.
Req ID
10143BR
City
Muncie
State:
Indiana
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.
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.
Key Job Elements
- Process non-conforming material in production departments;
- Troubleshoot issues and make recommendations;
- Conduct product audits/inspections on major subassemblies and final products during and after production has completed their operations to see if the unit meets specifications and needs of fitness for use;
- Conduct in-process monitoring while product is being assembled and recording the associated defect data;
- Provide audit coverage and complete audit summaries for review with Quality Supervisor and distribution;
- Complete documentation requirements, e.g. Change Control, Height Sheets, Weights, Unit Folders, Inspection Records;
- Act as a resource for problem–solving within departments;
- Perform Quality System audits;
- Maintain weld and crimp monitoring and sampling program;
- Obtain all necessary documentation required to do in-process monitoring and audit functions, e.g. inspection plans, routings, prints, customer contracts, etc.
Education / Training
- High School Degree or equivalent required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Prior Quality Inspection experience preferred;
- Ability to read engineering drawing;
- Specific knowledge in core manufacturing process areas (welding, mechanical, electrical, paint);
- Ability to look up, read, understand and interpret assembly instructions, prints, drawings or other documentation;
- Interpret measurements, read measuring devices (gauges, calipers, etc.);
- Make mathematical calculations;
- Computer proficiency with MS Office applications, to enter, manipulate and graph data;
- Collaborate and interact effectively with a variety of other team members (assemblers, engineers, managers);
- Adaptability to confidently move from one task to another in a positive manner;
- Problem-solving abilities; identifying process problems and non-conformances;
- Strong teamwork and verbal communication skills; able to point out errors in a constructive manner;
- Demonstrate initiative and work ethic to work unsupervised and initiate action when required;
- Continuous improvement-minded.
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.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Job Category
Quality
PRS Facility Location
Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293
