9957BRPRS Facility Location:Montgomery, AL MOW - 080Job Purpose:Oversees day-to-day operation and movement of the shop. Supervises team of production workers, ensuringmanufacturing processes are being completed safely, efficiently, and with quality in mind. Communicates jobexpectations and ensures procedures are followed to meet demand schedules.Req ID:9957BRCompany Description:Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail 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 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 their needs.Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .Education / Training: Some college/associates degree preferred, but notrequired; may be offset by experience.Job Title:Supervisor - Welding and Fabrication ShopCity:MontgomeryKey Job Elements: Supervises daily production manufacturing of ProgressRail products; Sets up production schedule and assigns employee dailywork schedules; Verifies allocated materials and tools are available forproduction; Works with line leads to set up proper and safeprocedures for work being performed; Emphasizes goals to line leads to ensure they are beingmet; monitors output levels and adjustsaccordingly; Produces work orders for tasks to be completed; Coaches team members to meet Quality, Safety,Velocity, and Cost metrics; Complies with all PRS and OSHA safety procedures andmakes sure employees do the same; proactivelyaudits work areas and employees to continuouslyimprove safety; Issues corrective guidance and/or disciplinary actionswhen warranted/needed; Maintains team files for employee safety certifications,performance reviews and disciplinarydocumentation; Compiles weekly Open Orders reports; Performs ABBS Audits, 5S Audits, RCCA, CAPA, andcoordinates manpower and safety meetings to ensurecompliance; Performs all aspects of KRONOS timekeeping duties,such as vacation, PTO, scheduled hours worked andovertime approval; Determines overtime needs, determines priorities whenresources are limited; Caterpillar Confidential GreenCaterpillar: (Non-Confidential) Suggests changes in working conditions and use ofequipment to maximize efficiency; Participates in daily warehouse work activities, whichinclude pulling parts, packing parts, coordinatingshipments, etc.; Performs additional job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications and Experience: Requires a thorough knowledge of production shop floor,including machine shop operations, equipment,and processes, plus familiarity with materials and qualityobjectives; 3-5+ years of experience working as a lead in amachine tool environment; supervisory or managementexperience in warehousing and/or manufacturingenvironment; Supervisor and/or Manager training; ability to work ttogether in a team environment; ability to manage adiverse workforce; understanding of how to adjust buildschedules and flex personnel as neededthroughout the business day; understanding of HRpolicies and how to apply them in certain situations; Knowledge of establishing and maintaining a safe workenvironment; strong focus and prioritization onteam safety; Training in Lean Manufacturing and Auditing preferred; Ability to read precision instruments and gauges; abilityto work from blueprints and technical drawings; Strong communication skills, both written and oral; Understanding of company policies and documentationuse and storage.EEO:Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/DisabilitiesBenefits:
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.Job Category:Production - Operations & SupportState::Alabama
