Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 10 hours ago
Inspector I, Quality Assurance
Winston Salem NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expProgress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is a leading provider of railroad products and services. The Quality Inspector role involves conducting product audits and inspections, maintaining documentation, and ensuring that production meets specifications.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
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
Assist in monitoring special projects
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
Obtain all necessary documentation required to do in-process monitoring and audit functions, e. g inspection plans, routings, prints, customer contracts, etc
Able to work well with production and others team members consistently, accurately, and safely
Process non-conforming material in production departments
Be task-oriented with Quality Engineers
Perform Quality System audits
Interpret measurements, read measuring devices like gauges, calipers, etc
Use LN, ETQ, iPREP, Q-Das and imagesite
Qualification
Required
Skill Level I – 0-1 years of experience without any technical education
High School Education or GED
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
Assist in monitoring special projects
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
Obtain all necessary documentation required to do in-process monitoring and audit functions, e.g inspection plans, routings, prints, customer contracts, etc
Able to work well with production and others team members consistently, accurately, and safely
Process non-conforming material in production departments
Be task-oriented with Quality Engineers
Perform Quality System audits
Interpret measurements, read measuring devices like gauges, calipers, etc
Use LN, ETQ, iPREP, Q-Das and imagesite
Model specific courses / classes / training based on shop customer requirements
Accurately complete basic math skills
Intermediate computer skills (Outlook, data entry, Microsoft Excel)
Preferred
Document control processes and procedures
Collaborate and interact effectively with a variety of other team members – assemblers, engineers, managers
Problem-solving abilities; identifying process problems and non-conformances
Ability to read engineering drawing
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
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Paul Denton
SVP International Sales
Recent News
2025-08-13
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