Mgr II, Quality Assrnc

Progress Rail

Kansas City, Missouri

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Auditing, Bill of Materials (BOM), Calibration, Caterpillar Equipment, Computer Systems, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Develop and Maintain Customers, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, External Audit, Facilities Management, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), ISO 9000, Internal Audit, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Lean Manufacturing, Life Insurance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Methods, Nondestructive Testing (NDT), Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Resource Utilization, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Staff Training, Statistical Process Control, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Drawing, Testing, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Training/Teaching

LOCATION

Kansas City, Missouri

POSTED

1 day ago

PRS Facility Location
Kansas City, MO - 465
Job Purpose
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.
Req ID
11868BR
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
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, business management, or similar
(Extensive experience in quality or manufacturing within railroad related industries may be considered in lieu of a degree).

Job Title
QA Manager
City
Kansas City
Key Job Elements
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PR safety and quality policies;
• Improve and maintain the quality management system and aid in continuous improvement projects;
• Perform scheduled product and process audits, utilize computer systems for task, audit, CAPA, calibration, training and quality metrics completion;
• Oversee / provide employee quality training and the records for such training;
• Responsible for maintaining and calibrating all gages and making sure adequate gages are available for all operations;
• Represent the facility as the management representative in quality audits and report to Division QA on the Quality System;
• Will coordinate management reviews and maintain reports associated with them;
• Provide oversight of all onsite quality auditors;
• Will maintain customer requirements and BOM's;
• Maintain all quality related documents, forms and exhibits;
• Report on the quality program to upper management;
• Address issues that arise from defective product.
• Drive productivity by preventing defects, streamlining processes, improving resource utilization, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement (CI) to eliminate waste through data driven decision making.
• Ensure sustainable growth by fostering employee engagement in identifying improvements.

Qualifications and Experience
Required:
• 5+ years' experience in manufacturing or quality assurance environment
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, improving processes, and managing quality metrics in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read technical drawings, work instructions, regulatory standards, and use precision measuring tools and guages

Preferred:
• Experience with Quality management systems and standards like AAR M-1003, ISO 9000, etc., with ability to lead internal and external audits.
• Experience with Quality tools like Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), FMEA and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Experience with ASNT non-destructive testing methods like Ultrasonic Testing and Magnetic Particle Inspection
• Experience with Continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methods and tools

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
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Mgr II, Quality Assrnc

Progress Rail

Kansas City, Missouri

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Progress Rail

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