Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 1 day ago
Associate Manufacturing Engineer
Winston-Salem, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
5+ years expProgress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, is a leading provider of railroad products and services. The Associate Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for executing and improving assembly processes, including mechanical and electrical assembly, while ensuring compliance with safety policies and quality assurance standards.
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Responsibilities
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PR safety policies
Document assembly processes and perform the tasks needed and monitor work to ensure compliance. This is to include defining and piloting technical assembly processes that include creating; work instructions and selecting proper tooling
Train others on the proper assembly processes in a safe and efficient manner
Support multiple assembly areas simultaneously as assigned
Maintain specifications and adjust as needed by observing and performing assembly operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming tooling controls; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance
Troubleshoot processes issues and perform routine and minor maintenance. Submit work orders for the maintenance requirements
Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specification and tooling instructions
Follow reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor Works with Quality and Operations for problem solving initiatives
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management
Use precision gauges and instruments such as micrometers to determine and follow customers specifications
Create and maintains job aids & work instructions
Create and maintain BOMS and routings
Qualification
Required
5+ Years of Technical Assembly experience or Technical Degree
Strong knowledge of PC/data entry
Intermediate level skills of Microsoft Office (Excel / Word / PowerPoint)
Proficient in print reading with basic GD&T understanding
Experience in test specification reading and interpretation
Basic understanding of BOM and routing structure
Ability to comfortably present to team members and other area leaders
Strong interpersonal / communication / prioritization skills
Strong organizational skills
Experience training employees
Demonstrated ability to learn new applications/systems
Willingness to work overtime and flexible work schedule
Specific site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with local team
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PR safety policies
Document assembly processes and perform the tasks needed and monitor work to ensure compliance
Train others on the proper assembly processes in a safe and efficient manner
Support multiple assembly areas simultaneously as assigned
Maintain specifications and adjust as needed by observing and performing assembly operations
Troubleshoot processes issues and perform routine and minor maintenance
Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specification and tooling instructions
Follow reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management
Use precision gauges and instruments such as micrometers to determine and follow customers specifications
Create and maintains job aids & work instructions
Create and maintain BOMS and routings
Preferred
Proficient in troubleshooting machinery startup, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
Proficient in reading and interpreting schematic drawings for mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
Basic skills of 2D AutoCAD layouts
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
Company
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Our team creates lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Paul Denton
SVP International Sales
Recent News
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