Assembler III

Progress Rail•Winston Salem, NC

About The Position

The Assembler III assembles and tests parts and components for locomotive engines and alternators, performs engine preparation and testing, and handles related repair, troubleshooting, and quality tasks. The role also includes pre-paint preparation and painting work, such as power washing, sanding, masking, surface preparation, and touch-ups. Employees may be required to work across assembly areas, operate multiple production lines, train new employees, and assist in other departments as needed. The position requires working safely in a heavy manufacturing environment around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment. Work may take place at varied heights, in confined spaces, and on concrete, gravel, rail-car, or locomotive surfaces. Conditions may include all weather, high noise, and high dust levels.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
For Skill Level III: 2–5 years of experience, GED or vocational/technical training, and heavy manufacturing experience and/or technical certification.
Basic PC knowledge for data entry.
Forklift and/or crane experience.
Problem-solving skills to assess and compensate for incoming part quality, process variations and changes, engineering changes, and part shortages.
Familiarity with a manufacturing environment, industrial equipment and mechanics, and heavy structural assembly.
Ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices.
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, technical correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write effective correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and group situations to customers and employees.
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, and ladder climbing, with constant walking.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms.
Comfort working alone in a noisy, dusty environment while wearing personal protective equipment.
Must follow safety protocols, health/medical screenings, and PPE requirements for a safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training or technical training.
Heavy manufacturing experience or technical certification.
Forklift and/or crane experience.
Experience with industrial painting systems, including bulk, pressured, syphon, HVLP, and conventional spray, and industrial coatings such as polyurethane and CARC.

Responsibilities

Assemble and/or test parts and components for locomotive engines and alternators.
Fasten sub-assembly parts together using bolts, screws, and other fasteners.
Route and install electrical wiring harnesses, hydraulic fluid lines, and fuel lines.
Fill engines with fuel, coolant, and hydraulic oils and prepare them for the Test Cell.
Operate engine test cell equipment and perform pressure decay tests and other required IPV’s.
Diagnose malfunctions and make adjustments or repairs to engines and components to meet quality standards.
Troubleshoot assembly problems, part quality issues, test results, and changes involving new parts or engineering.
Maintain and perform preventive maintenance on machines, including checking oil levels, air pressures, and air filters and making minimal corrective repairs.
Move units in and out of paint booths; power wash units and check for leaks.
Sand units, mud and glaze dents or grind marks, perform touch-ups, and repair flaws.
Perform surface preparation, masking, and painting work.
Operate two or more production lines and train new employees.
Cross-train in all assembly areas and assist in other departments as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow verbal and written work instructions, standards, and QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely.
Safely operate equipment after proper training, potentially including forklifts, overhead cranes, power pushers, and electric pallet jacks.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, immediate vesting, and no waiting period.
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.