Railroad Track Manufacturing & Assembly Associate

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits from day one

401(k) with company match

Insurance: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/

Paid vacation/holidays/PTO

Job summary

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is seeking a Track Assembler at the Reading, PA facility to build track panels, turnouts and crossings to customer specs. Training and full benefits start from day one, with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

The role requires reading blueprints, using measuring devices, and working in a manufacturing environment to ensure precise assembly of rail components.

Qualifications

• Prior machine or grinder experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Familiar with manufacturing environment, use of industrial equipment and hand/tools.
• Able to read a tape measure to 1/32” and use gauges/calipers.
• Able to read and write production reports accurately.
• Strong attention to detail for rail inspection using measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Follow blueprints, engineering change documents and work instructions.
• Assemble, fabricate, grind and fit rail components for final trackwork assembly.
• Operate hand and power tools and inspection devices as required.

Skills

Machine operation

Multitasking

Reading tape measure

Reading/writing production reports

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Gauges

Calipers

Job description

Job Purpose

Track Assemblers will use mechanical aptitude and skills to build full track panels, turnouts and crossings, as well as build other rail components to customer specifications.

Competitive starting pay at $25 with full benefits from day one!!!

Req ID

12176BR

Work Location Options

PRS Reading Trackworks

City

Reading

State

Pennsylvania

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

Following instructions from blueprints, engineering change documents and work instructions, the operations will consist of the manual assembly, fabrication, grinding and fitting together rail components such as frogs, switch rods, switch points, guard rail, and gage plates for final trackwork assembly.

Education / Training

• HS Diploma or equivalent education and previous experience.

Qualifications And Experience

• Prior machine or grinder experience preferred;
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision;
• Must be familiar with manufacturing environment, with use of industrial equipment and mechanics, and ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices for completion of work;
• Must be able to read a tape measure to the 1/32” and have experience using other instruments such as gauges, calipers, etc.;
• Must be able to read and write legibly and complete production reports with accuracy;
• Strong attention to detail with ability to inspect rail using measuring devices practices.

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

Reading, PA Trackworks - 443