Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

12162BR

PRS Facility Location:

Winston Salem, NC - 329

Job Purpose:

This position will have responsibility for supervision of Assembly Manufacturing Engineering group projects and daily responsibilities. Coordinates activities with other departments across the organization.

Req ID:

12162BR

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.

Education / Training:

• 4 year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience

Job Title:

Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

City:

Winston Salem

Key Job Elements:

• Develop & improve Assembly manufacturing processes

• Support/Lead the creation of process documentation, job aids and work instructions

• Develop and manage complex projects including costing, scheduling and resource planning

• Support/Lead Part & Process SPAP/PPAP activities

• Create and maintain Routings / BOMS

• Manage/Process Engineering Changes

• Support/Lead the creation and maintenance of SFMEA, Control Plans and PFMEA

• Understand and use of Industrial Engineering Tools – Time Studies/Line Balancing/Man Machine Charts/Value Stream Maps to eliminate waste

• Support/Lead safety investigations and perform 1Page DMAIC process

• Determine processing needs to ensure fixtures, tooling and methods are provided to meet schedules and production requirements.

• Support/Lead the improvement of processes, timeliness and reduce costs by eliminating non-value add activities.

• Implement various corporate initiatives such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Internal Certification, etc.

• Monitor and improve safety on the shop floor; eliminate any unsafe operations and ensure a safe and clean production environment.

• Evaluate, assess, and identify training needs of the workforce.

• Support Root Cause identification and drives Continuous Improvement process

• LN system use & training to users

• Team Center Mfg. / NX Awareness & Use

• Coaches team members to meet Quality, Safety, Velocity, and Cost goals

• Performs additional job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of engineering/ manufacturing experience

• Able to read, understand and create drawings and bill of materials

• Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

• Ability to comfortably present to team members and other area Leaders

• Strong interpersonal/communication/prioritization skills is a must

• Strong organizational skills

• Must also be able to perform the following for the duration of shift:

• Heavy manufacturing environment, subjecting employees to noise, vibration, and chemical elements

• Will be working near moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes and lift truck traffic

• Regularly required to stand and use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls & reach with hands and arms

• Continual use of ladders/platforms/stairs to access engine and or machines in various stages of assembly or manufacture

• Occasional lifting objects up to 35 lbs.

• Periodically walking short and long distances

• Metatarsal safety shoes are required as well as safety glasses.

EEO:

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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.

Job Category:

Engineering

Work Location Options:

Winston Salem NC

State::

NC