Inspector I, Quality Assurance

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure product excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves conducting inspections and audits, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with team members to uphold quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, with 1-2 years of relevant experience and technical certifications. Join a dedicated team that values innovation and quality in the railroad equipment manufacturing sector, where your contributions will directly impact operational success and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with technical certifications required.
• High School Education or GED is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product audits and inspections during production.
• Complete documentation requirements and provide audit coverage.

Skills

Technical Certifications

Basic Math Skills

Intermediate Computer Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Education

High School Education or GED

Skill Level II – 1-2 years of experience

Tools

LN

ETQ

iPREP

Q-Das

Measuring Devices (gauges, calipers)

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Job Purpose

First and Second shift positions.

The Quality Inspector role involves day-to-day product and process audits that monitor production activities and generate performance data. This also includes collecting and maintaining build records and documentations while rotating through the facility to build broad product knowledge. Perform other functions or assist in other departments as needed.

Req ID

10716BR

Work Location Options

Winston Salem NC

Region

North Carolina

City

Winston Salem

State

North Carolina

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct product audits/inspections on major subassemblies and final products during and after production has completed their operations to see if the unit meets specifications and needs of fitness for use;
2. Conduct in-process monitoring while product is being assembled and recording the associated defect data;
3. Assist in monitoring special projects;
4. Provide audit coverage and complete audit summaries for review with Quality Supervisor and distribution;
5. Complete documentation requirements, e.g. Change Control, Height Sheets, Weights, Unit Folders, Inspection Records;
6. Act as a resource for problem–solving within departments;
7. Perform Quality System audits;
8. Obtain all necessary documentation required to do in-process monitoring and audit functions, e.g. inspection plans, routings, prints, customer contracts, etc.;
9. Able to work well with production and other team members consistently, accurately, and safely.

Advanced duties and responsibilities:

1. Process non-conforming material in production departments;
2. Be task-oriented with Quality Engineers;
3. Perform Quality System audits;
4. Interpret measurements, read measuring devices like gauges, calipers, etc.;
5. Use LN, ETQ, iPREP, Q-Das and imagesite.

Education / Training

• Skill Level II – 1-2 years of experience with technical certifications;
• High School Education or GED.

Qualifications And Experience

• Model specific courses / classes / training based on shop customer requirements;
• Accurately complete basic math skills;
• Intermediate computer skills (Outlook, data entry, Microsoft Excel).

Preferred Skills

• Document control processes and procedures;
• Collaborate and interact effectively with a variety of other team members – assemblers, engineers, managers;
• Problem-solving abilities; identifying process problems and non-conformances;
• Ability to read engineering drawing;

Physical Demands

• 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.

Benefits

• 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. EEO Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

Winston Salem, NC - 329

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance
• Industries: Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

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