On-site
Kansas City, Kansas, United States
Test Manager
Job Description
Reports directly to and works under the supervision of Division QA Manager. The QA Manager will manage the day-to-day Quality operations of the facility and inspection / auditing personnel.
Target Start Date: July, 1, 2025
Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.
Education / Training
β’ High School Diploma or equivalent.
Key Job Elements
β’ Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PR safety and quality policies;
β’ Improve and maintain the quality management system and aid in continuous improvement projects;
β’ Perform scheduled product and process audits, utilize computer systems for task, audit, CAPA, calibration, training and quality metrics completion;
β’ Oversee / provide employee quality training and the records for such training;
β’ Responsible for maintaining and calibrating all gages and making sure adequate gages are available for all operations;
β’ Represent the facility as the management representative in quality audits and report to Division QA on the Quality System;
β’ Will coordinate management reviews and maintain reports associated with them;
β’ Provide oversight of all onsite quality auditors;
β’ Will maintain customer requirements and BOMβs;
β’ Maintain all quality related documents, forms and exhibits;
β’ Report on the quality program to upper management;
β’ Address issues that arise from defective product.
Qualifications and Experience
β’ Previous QA experience required;
β’ Read precision instruments and gauges;
β’ Ability to work in a fast pace production environment and meet/exceed standards set by company;
β’ Understand technical drawings and work instructions.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vets
*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
Reports directly to and works under the supervision of Division QA Manager. The QA Manager will manage the day-to-day Quality operations of the facility and inspection / auditing personnel.
Target Start Date: July, 1, 2025
Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.
Education / Training
β’ High School Diploma or equivalent.
Key Job Elements
β’ Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PR safety and quality policies;
β’ Improve and maintain the quality management system and aid in continuous improvement projects;
β’ Perform scheduled product and process audits, utilize computer systems for task, audit, CAPA, calibration, training and quality metrics completion;
β’ Oversee / provide employee quality training and the records for such training;
β’ Responsible for maintaining and calibrating all gages and making sure adequate gages are available for all operations;
β’ Represent the facility as the management representative in quality audits and report to Division QA on the Quality System;
β’ Will coordinate management reviews and maintain reports associated with them;
β’ Provide oversight of all onsite quality auditors;
β’ Will maintain customer requirements and BOMβs;
β’ Maintain all quality related documents, forms and exhibits;
β’ Report on the quality program to upper management;
β’ Address issues that arise from defective product.
Qualifications and Experience
β’ Previous QA experience required;
β’ Read precision instruments and gauges;
β’ Ability to work in a fast pace production environment and meet/exceed standards set by company;
β’ Understand technical drawings and work instructions.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vets
- 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.