Machinist IV

at  Progress Rail

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

• Requires HS Diploma or GED;
• 2-5 years of experience and Technical Certifications.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of the job:

• PC literate, Blue Print Reading, Geometry and/or trigonometry experience required;
• Possess high level of Machining aptitude;
• Extensive problem solving skills required;
• Must be able to lead a team in a production environment;
• Must be a self-starter and ability to demonstrate strong initiative. Capable of interpreting technical instructions, dealing with large degrees of variation with part and process consistency while delivering the highest levels of quality components;
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working near moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes and lift truck traffic.

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met successfully to perform the essential functions of the job:

• Requires long periods of standing, reaching and using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls;
• Requires frequent walking up and down floor to platforms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl inside the product as required;
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds;
• Metatarsal safety shoes are required as well as safety glasses.

JOB PURPOSE

• Benefits start on your first day!
• Monthly production bonus program!
• Employee Referral Bonus Program!
• 401k - 100% Company match up to 6%!
• Work in a state-of-the-art, clean facility with a climate-controlled environment!
  2nd shift
  Set up, operate and adjust all machines and equipment in a computer controlled manufacturing system equipped with a supervisory control which integrates all machine controllers and programmable controllers within the system. Will also lead team in machining operations with responsibility for problem solving and escalation needed to meet customer order and business requirements. May also be required to operate manual machines such as lathes and grinders.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of the job:

• PC literate, Blue Print Reading, Geometry and/or trigonometry experience required;
• Possess high level of Machining aptitude;
• Extensive problem solving skills required;
• Must be able to lead a team in a production environment;
• Must be a self-starter and ability to demonstrate strong initiative. Capable of interpreting technical instructions, dealing with large degrees of variation with part and process consistency while delivering the highest levels of quality components;
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working near moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes and lift truck traffic

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met successfully to perform the essential functions of the job:

• Requires long periods of standing, reaching and using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls;
• Requires frequent walking up and down floor to platforms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl inside the product as required;
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds;
• Metatarsal safety shoes are required as well as safety glasses