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Skill Level - 3+ years of manufacturing experience and high-level performance, vocational training, proven experience in manufacturing processes and/or technical certifications in welding/CNC/manual machining/quality or a combination of listed experience and education. 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.

PRS Facility Location
Winston Salem, NC - 329
Job Purpose
Leads BIQ (Built In Quality) Activities in assigned Machining Value Streams.

The BIQ Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing all quality related activities and will lead problem solving exercises in assigned areas. Will serve as troubleshooter and problem solver by interpreting technical requirements, dealing with large degrees of variation with part and process consistency.

Req ID
12056BR
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
Qualifications, Experience, Education
• Skill Level - 3+ years of manufacturing experience and high-level performance, vocational training, proven experience in manufacturing processes and/or technical certifications in welding/CNC/manual machining/quality or a combination of listed experience and education.

Job Title
BIQ Coordinator
City
Winston Salem
Key Job Elements
First Shift - East Operations

Minimum Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead BIQ Sort Meetings
Review Customer NCMs
Review PDI defects
Review Missed Defects
Collect Defect Data
• Lead Root Cause Corrective Action Activities
• Update Value Stream Quality Metrics
• Assign Corrective Actions to Team Members
• Review Daily Action Items
• Follow-Up on Open Action Items
• Conduct Quality Sorts
• Measure Machined Parts
• Review CMM Reports

Qualifications and Experience
Preferred Skills
• Blueprint Reading and Interpretation
• Ability to Use and Read Gages
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Drive implementation of continuous improvement activities
• Demonstrates mastery understanding of end-to-end manufacturing processes
• Ability to meet physical requirements such as lifting, bending, and standing for long periods
• Document control processes and procedures
• Collaborate and interact effectively with a variety of other team members
• Problem-solving abilities; identifying process problems and non-conformances
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, such as Word and Excel
• Experience using warehouse equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, etc.
• Safety focused
• Prefer candidates with previous experience working in a continuous improvement culture of Lean manufacturing and 5S
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, ISO 9001

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
• Strength - Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs., and push and pull up to 35-50 lbs;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements - Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear
audible alarms;
• Safety - Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and utilize all required PPE.

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 Pl