<p>Job Purpose</p> <ul> <li>Manage the overall facility Quality Assurance initiative; </li><li>Work to continuously improve product and processes; </li><li>Provide technical expertise to internal and external personnel in physical and metallurgical properties of processes and materials that affect product quality. </li></ul> <p>Company Description</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Education / Training</p> <ul> <li>Bachelors degree in Engineering or Material Science preferred. </li></ul> <p>Key Job Elements</p> <ul> <li>Maintain and improve Quality Management System (QMS); </li><li>Serve as Management Representative for external audits; </li><li>Conduct failure mode analyses to determine root cause of non-conforming product; </li><li>Maintain web-based quality systems and key metrics; </li><li>Lead and participate in continuous improvement efforts and projects; </li><li>Develop training manuals and work instructions. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications and Experience</p> <ul> <li>Experience with SPC, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles; </li><li>ISO-9001 experience. </li></ul> <p>EEO</p> <p>Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>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.</p> <ul> <li>Competitive Salary </li><li>401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting) </li><li>Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance </li><li>Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money </li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts </li><li>Paid Vacation </li><li>Paid Holidays </li><li>Paid Time-Off (PTO) </li><li>Employee Assistance Plan </li><li>Education Assistance Program </li><li>Employee Recognition Programs </li><li>Site specific Production and Incentive Plans </li><li>Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans </li><li>Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs </li><li>Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits. </li></ul> <p>Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.</p> <p>Job Category</p> <p>Quality</p>