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Calibration Technician I

Job Purpose

2nd Shift Position

A CMM/ Gage Technician is familiar with high volume CMM Inspection and gage calibration. Microsoft Office and SPC in a manufacturing environment. A Gage/CMM Technician performs setups and operates Coordinate Measuring
machines (CMM), maintains gage calibrations and certifications.

Req ID

11817BR

Work Location Options

Winston Salem NC

City

Winston Salem

State:

North Carolina

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

  • Read and analyze prints and interpret GD&T inspection;
  • Perform gage calibrations and operating calibration equipment;
  • Identifying and locating gages due for calibration;
  • Maintain database for gages;
  • Create standard work documents and gage-related procedures;
  • Setup and operate programs on a Coordinate Measuring Machine;
  • Setup parts on CMM machines using modular fixtures and pre-described Standard Work instructions;
  • Operate CMM and PCMM equipment with PC-DMIS 2015 CAD ++ or later versions;
  • Manage the operation of multiple CMM machines at one time;
  • Interact closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool Design and Global Purchasing;
  • Conduct hard gaging of product;
  • Execute to part inspection sequences, priorities, and schedules;
  • Document daily issues and production results in an organized fashion;
  • Train others on the operation of CMM equipment, gages and procedures;
  • Participate/Facilitate Fast Track DMAIC investigations as needed;
  • Conduct 5S audits and execute to 5S expectations in the work area;
  • Validate Standard Work Changes;
  • Participates in SFMEA activities;
  • Expectation is all tasks are to be conducted in a 100% safe manner;
  • Notify supervisors and other personnel of nonconforming material, and assist in identifying and correcting
these problems;
  • Transport very heavy loads with crane or pallet jack;
  • Must be able to work in a team environment.

Advanced Responsibilites:
  • Responsible for facilitating daily/weekly/monthly production-related activities across 3-10 CMM Technicians
and 4-5 CMM machines;
  • Responsible to qualify new employees across all assets in the CMM Labs (ie: PMM-G, Global, and Romer); Caterpillar Confidential Green;Caterpillar: Non-Confidential
  • Fills in for other team members as required (trained and capable of running ALL operations in the assigned
area at minimum);
  • Empowered to solve any quality, staffing, safety, production and system related issues and escalate them if needed to the immediate attention of the supervisor;
  • Help determine and maintain processing needs to assure fixtures, tooling and methods are provided to
meet schedules;

Education / Training

  • HS Diploma or equivalent;

Qualifications and Experience

  • Must have experience inspecting Caterpillar Lower Powertrain components as well as EMD locomotive engine components utilizing CMMs;
  • Must be proficient operating PC-DMIS measurement Software;
  • Ability to work overtime when required, including weekends;
  • Familiarity with ISO and Quality Management System Requirements;
  • Experience with Manual Horizontal Measurement Machines;
  • Experience calibrating, documenting and issuing / receiving various types of gages;
  • MS Word, Power Point and Excel;
  • Blueprint Reading & GD&T skills;
  • Proficiency using common shop Gages (Micrometers, Calipers, and Indicators);
  • QmSoft software knowledge is a plus;
  • Able to maintain Gage Databases is a plus.

Preferred Skills:
  • Proficient operating PC-DMIS measurement Software;
  • 2-3 years of CMM operations, equipment use and process execution;
  • 3-4 years inspection experience in Manufacturing Environment.
  • Print reading

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

Winston Salem, NC - 329

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