Final Inspector

Build Your Career With a Team That Keeps America Moving

Cypress Rail Solutions is hiring a Final Inspector to support operations in Omaha. This critical role is responsible for ensuring railcars and components meet all applicable quality, customer, regulatory, and industry requirements prior to release from the facility.

As a Final Inspector, you'll serve as the final quality checkpoint by performing detailed inspections, verifying compliance, documenting findings, and supporting corrective action efforts. Your work directly impacts safety, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance throughout our railcar repair operations.

Whether you're an experienced rail industry professional or a quality-focused technician looking to advance your career, this is an opportunity to join a company that values safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Perform thorough inspections of railcars, components, and completed repairs to verify compliance with specifications and quality requirements
• Identify, document, and report conforming and nonconforming conditions, materials, and workmanship
• Review and interpret drawings, work instructions, specifications, repair procedures, and customer requirements
• Verify compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Association of American Railroads (AAR), customer, and company requirements
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory, industry, and customer standards affecting railcar repair operations
• Complete inspection reports, quality records, and required documentation accurately and timely
• Participate in investigations related to nonconforming products, noncompliance findings, and customer concerns
• Support root cause analysis efforts and assist in the development of corrective and preventive actions
• Communicate inspection findings and required corrective actions to production personnel and leadership
• Collaborate with quality assurance, repair technicians, welders, supervisors, and management to resolve quality issues
• Assist with audits, quality reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure work areas remain safe, organized, and compliant with company policies and procedures
• Follow all safety rules, wear required PPE, and perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to review and interpret drawings, instructions, standards, specifications, and repair documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in inspections and documentation
• Ability to analyze information, make sound decisions, and drive results
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Ability to work independently while supporting team objectives
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks in an industrial environment

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Full-time, stable employment
• Opportunity to play a key role in railcar safety and quality assurance
• Work alongside experienced rail industry professionals
• Supportive leadership and team-oriented culture
• Exposure to industry-leading quality and compliance programs
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Competitive pay based on experience and comprehensive benefits

Join a company where your attention to detail helps ensure railcars operate safely and efficiently across North America.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of railcar maintenance or manufacturing experience
• Extensive knowledge of AAR, FRA, customer, and industry requirements
• NDT Level II certifications in VT, MT, PT, UT, LT, or IR
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• Experience performing quality inspections in a manufacturing, fabrication, or railcar repair environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience using business and quality management systems such as Dynamics, Kaleris, Intelex, or similar applications

Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Quality & Compliance Focus – Demonstrates thorough knowledge of AAR, FRA, AWS, customer, and company requirements while consistently applying inspection standards
• Attention to Detail – Accurately identifies defects, nonconformities, and documentation discrepancies during inspections
• Technical Insight – Understands railcar components, repair methods, welding processes, and inspection techniques
• Problem Solving & Judgment – Evaluates repair conditions, determines compliance, and recommends corrective actions using sound judgment
• Communication – Clearly communicates inspection findings, expectations, and corrective actions to employees, supervisors, and customers
• Documentation & Recordkeeping – Maintains complete, accurate, and timely inspection records, audit documentation, and reports
• Safety Awareness – Promotes and follows safe work practices while maintaining compliance with company safety policies
• Teamwork – Collaborates effectively with production, quality, engineering, and management teams
• Continuous Improvement – Identifies trends, supports root cause analysis, and contributes to process improvement efforts
• Adaptability – Adjusts effectively to changing priorities, repair scopes, regulatory updates, and operational demands

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands listed below:

• Frequently stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and crawl throughout the workday
• Regularly climb ladders, platforms, and railcar structures and work at heights and in confined spaces
• Use hands and fingers to operate tools, gauges, measuring devices, and documentation systems
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
• Maintain balance and coordination while working on railcars, elevated surfaces, and uneven terrain
• Possess visual acuity necessary for inspections, measurements, reading gauges, and identifying defects
• Ability to wear required PPE including hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, gloves, hearing protection, and protective footwear

Environmental

• Work performed in indoor and outdoor railcar repair shop environments
• Regular exposure to moving railcars, cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment
• Exposure to dust, fumes, weld smoke, oils, greases, solvents, coatings, and vibration
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow
• Moderate to high noise levels requiring hearing protection
• May require overtime, weekends, or schedule adjustments based on operational requirements and customer demands
• Requires strict adherence to safety procedures and required PPE at all times

Education and Training

• High school diploma or GED required
• Rail industry inspection, quality assurance, welding inspection, or NDT certifications preferred
• Must maintain an insurable driving status in accordance with company provisions

Requirements of Joining Our Team

Our comprehensive pre-employment process ensures the well-being and integrity of our team. To join our organization, candidates are required to:

• Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace (including random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing)
• Complete a comprehensive background check
• Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States

This job description is not intended to represent a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned, and responsibilities may change at any time at the discretion of management.

Cypress Rail Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.