Assembler I, Track

Progress Rail•Taylor Mill, KY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Rod Assembler manually assembles, builds, and packs railroad track and components using tools and equipment. Track Assemblers use mechanical aptitude to build full track panels, turnouts, crossings, and other rail components to customer specifications. Following blueprints, engineering change documents, and work instructions, the work includes assembling, fabricating, grinding, and fitting rail components such as frogs, switch rods, switch points, guard rail, and gage plates for final trackwork assembly. This position is based in Taylor Mill, Kentucky, and operates on second shift, Monday through Thursday from 4:45 p.m. to 3:15 a.m. Training takes place on first shift, Monday through Thursday from 5:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Overtime may be required on Fridays and/or Saturdays when needed. Progress Rail is a global provider of railroad products, services, and technologies. Founded in 1983, it joined Caterpillar Inc. in 2006 and supplies products operating in more than 100 countries.

Requirements

Be familiar with a manufacturing environment, industrial equipment, and mechanics.
Be able to use hand and power tools and measuring devices to complete work.
Be able to read a tape measure to 1/32 inch and have experience using instruments such as gauges and calipers.
Be able to read, write, count, and communicate with personnel at various levels.
Be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 75 pounds.
Be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms.
Be comfortable working alone in a noisy, dusty work environment while using required personal protective equipment.
Abide by safety protocols and health/medical screening requirements for a safety-sensitive role working around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment.
For Skill Level I: 0–1 years of experience with a high school diploma or equivalent.
For Skill Level II: 1–2 years of experience, or technical certifications and/or related work experience.
For Skill Level III: 3–4 years of experience.
For Skill Level IV: 5 or more years of experience.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, written work instructions, and other visual aids.
Prior experience with hand tools, pneumatic and electric-powered grinders and impact wrenches, and overhead cranes used to transport rail and rail components.
Experience operating a forklift.

Responsibilities

Follow assembly processes for the assigned area and written work instructions, along with verbal guidance from the department supervisor.
Inspect completed parts using designated instruments and accurately record dimensions on quality check sheets.
Use measuring devices such as tape measures, scales, torque wrenches, and calipers; measure to 1/32 inch and record required inspection information.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow safety policies and practices when operating equipment and machinery.
Use hand tools such as grinders, huck guns, and impact wrenches to secure, attach, and fit rail components for trackwork assembly.
Operate an overhead crane to lift, move, and load track segments during assembly, move materials into and out of the work area, and load finished product for shipment.
Identify quality discrepancies and non-conforming issues, notify Quality Assurance, and/or make corrections according to customer requirements.
Pass certification for MIG welding.
Train other employees on work processes.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
Quarterly bonuses of $200–$500 may be available.
$3.00 shift differential for second and fourth shifts.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, no waiting period, and immediate vesting.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance.
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.