Progress Rail

Machinist III


PayCompetitive
LocationWinston-Salem/North Carolina
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 9555BR
      • Perform machining operations using standard work documents, blueprints, safe job procedures, and visual aids within Takt time. This will require extensive problem solving skills to properly assess and compensate for variations due to incoming part quality, process variations, process changes, engineering changes and part shortages;
      • Operate and troubleshoot machine cell automation;
      • Performs quality inspections, charts quality data. Monitor quality trends. This will require extensive problem solving skills to properly assess and compensate for variations due to incoming part quality, process variations, process changes, engineering changes and part shortages;
      • Assist production supervisor in scheduling manufacturing cells;
      • Review machine analytics and conduct RCCA to improve machine in-cycle time;
      • Update team metrics and production goals;
      • Determine work cell priorities;
      • Meet daily/weekly/monthly production targets;
      • Solve team problems using advanced problem solving techniques;
      • Escalate issues to production supervisor as needed;
      • Lead team in problem solving activities;
      • Perform rework without standard work documents as needed;
      • Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback in areas of quality, safety, velocity, and cost;
      • Maintain and conduct preventive maintenance on machines. Check air pressures, oil levels and perform minimal maintenance to correct issues;
      • Transport very heavy loads with crane, power pusher, or electric pallet jack;
      • Drive 5S adherence and complete 5S audits;
      • Lead and participate in 5packs for safety investigations;
      • Conduct Standard Work audits;
      • Drive adherence to start-of-shift checklists;
      • Cross train and ensure that operator training is conducted in a timely fashion;
      • Other duties as assigned.

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

      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.

      • 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

      *Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

  • About the company

      We have been at the forefront of railroad innovation since we led the switch from steam to diesel-electric more than 95 years ago. That blend of history and innovation still drives us today.