Welder II

Progress Rail Services Corp.; Muncie (IN); In loco; USD 25.000 - 44.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive Salary

401(k) match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

HDHP with HSA

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

PTO

Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Employee Recognition

Incentive Plans

Relocation Bonus

Sign-on Bonus

Descrizione del lavoro

Progress Rail Services Corp. in Muncie, IN is seeking a skilled welder to perform welding operations on locomotive assemblies, reading prints and following visual and written instructions. This role involves welding heavy plate structures, repairing welds, and operating cranes as needed.

Candidates should have welding skills (GMAW/SMAW), be able to interpret weld symbols, and meet physical demands. Progress Rail offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.

Competenze

• GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) all-position welding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints/weld symbols;
• Familiar with use of industrial equipment (gas cutting, hand grinders, mechanical tools);
• Problem solving skills;
• Solid mathematical skills;
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job without or with reasonable accommodation;
• Safety-aware, quality-focused, continuous improvement-oriented.

Mansioni

• Weld locomotive parts/heavy plate metal such as under frame structures, end plates, draft gear pockets;
• Perform single- and multi-pass welds in all positions;
• Repair welds (using grinders, cutting torches, gouging equipment and other tools);
• Stick weld parts;
• Ensure welders parameters are programmed;
• Fit, weld, air test parts;
• Operate cranes/jib cranes;
• Read and interpret weld reference documentation and assembly instructions;
• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities.

Conoscenze

GMAW/SMAW welding

Read blueprints/weld symbols

Mathematical skills

Problem solving

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Formazione

Welding School Certification

Strumenti

Gas cutting

Hand grinders

Mechanical tools

Descrizione del lavoro

11842BR

Job Purpose:

Perform welding operations on new locomotive assembly, using visual /text instructions and prints.

Req ID:

11842BR

City:

Muncie

State::

Indiana

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:

• Weld locomotive parts/heavy plate metal such as under frame structures, end plates, draft gear pockets;
• Perform single- and multi-pass welds in all positions;
• Repair welds (using grinders, cutting torches, gouging equipment and other tools);
• Stick weld parts;
• Ensure welders parameters are programmed;
• Fit, weld, air test parts;
• Operate cranes/jib cranes;
• Read and interpret weld reference documentation and assembly instructions;
• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities.

Education / Training:

• Welding School Certification preferred.

Qualifications and Experience:

• GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) all-position welding skills;
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints/weld symbols;
• Familiar with use of industrial equipment (gas cutting, hand grinders, mechanical tools);
• Problem solving skills;
• Solid mathematical skills;
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job without or with reasonable accommodation;
• Safety-aware, quality-focused, continuous improvement-oriented.

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:

Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293