Press Operator

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Atchison (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Progress Rail in Atchison, KS seeks a Production Technician to operate and maintain anchor tooling and manufacturing equipment. You will monitor processes, perform quality checks, and respond quickly to issues on the shop floor.

This hourly, full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years in a heavy industrial setting, with safety and reliability as priorities. Benefits include 401(k), health coverage, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Experience operating heavy industrial production machinery.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Machine operation and monitoring of hydraulic press equipment.
• Perform quality checks and address issues to maintain product quality.
• Adhere to safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Production machinery experience

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Purpose

Operate and maintain anchor packaging or anchor forging hydraulic press equipment. Monitor and troubleshoot equipment to proactively anticipate and correct quality issues.

Req ID

12220BR

Job Purpose

Operate and maintain anchor packaging or anchor forging hydraulic press equipment. Monitor and troubleshoot equipment to proactively anticipate and correct quality issues.

Req ID

12220BR

Work Location Options

Atchison

City

Atchison

State

Kansas

Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting‑edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail— they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements

• Machine operation;


• Quality control;


• Safety awareness.

Education / Training

• High school diploma or GED. Prefer some formal technical training.

Qualifications And Experience

• Highly-developed mechanical skills necessary for success;


• Prefer 1-2 years previous experience in a similar heavy industrial environment operating production machinery.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• 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.


• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

Atchison, KS RPS - 317