Operator I, CNC

Job Purpose

Have you always been a Train Enthusiast? Start your career and help make the next century of railroading as historic as the last.

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company is offering competitive wages starting pay is $21.00 per hour with a $1.00 increase at 90 days and another $1.00 at 12 months after successful evaluations; + Shift Differential of 1.50 for Afternoons

Come join our Team of Excellence and receive Quarterly Production Bonuses, Shift Different, and Benefits on Your1st Day + Vacation+ PTO + Holidays

• Machine steel parts and rail according to specifications;

• Read and interpret blueprints;

• Use digital calipers to insure accuracy;

• Comply with all safety procedures;

• Operate overhead cranes.

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

• HS Diploma or equivalent education and experience required.

Key Job Elements

Afternoon Shift 4:00p.m. to 2:30a.m.; are available;

• Must be able to train on day shift for several weeks, 6am to 4:30pm M-F, then transition to the afternoon shift.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 6 months machine operator experience , CNC Machine experience preferred;

• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision;

• Must be able to read and write legibly and complete production reports with accuracy;

• Must be able to read and use tape measure;

• Strong attention to detail with ability to inspect rail using measuring devices;

• Must be quality oriented and a team player;

• Must have complete understanding of safe work practices.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:

• Strength

• Ability to lift up to 35lbs repeatedly;

• Motion

• Employee will stand for majority of the shift, will kneel, squat and climb step multiple times throughout the day;

• Vision/Hearing Requirements

• Must be able to hear and see parts as they are machined, looking and listening for deficiencies and machinery malfunctions. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and nonverbally;

• Work Environment

• The majority of the time will be indoors, in non-temperature-controlled environments. Position is exposed to oils, lubricants and other substances used in the machining process;

• Emotional Demands

• Position requires employees to be vigilant to ensure safety of everyone in the area. Requires decisions on the proper operation of machine;

• Safety

• Position is a safety sensitive position. Position requires following all safety procedures, policies and PPE requirements such that include hand, head, eye, hand, ear and foot protection.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Benefits

Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

• Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

Job Category

Production

• Hourly