Production Machine Operator

Production Machine Operator

at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

Competitive starting pay range $20-$22.50/hr, eligible for $1.00 increase at 1 year, quarterly production bonus $200-$500, and full benefits from day one.

1st shift: 4:30 am–1 pm or 5:00 am–1:00 pm.

Overtime available.

Progress Rail Machine Operators work with heavy machinery producing railroad track components. They maintain equipment to ensure safe and effective operation, prepare machinery for daily use, inspect for safety issues, and produce quality full track panels, turnouts, crossings, and other rail components to customer specifications.

• Read/interpret drawings and part specifications and verify/adjust speeds and feeds for optimum machining.
• Make necessary offset changes to be within allowable tolerances.
• Change inserts.
• Verify conformance of part to specifications, using measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, micrometers, and fixed gauges; fill out inspection reports as required.
• Clean machined parts to ensure readiness for assembly.
• Report all issues in regard to tooling and setup to the supervisor.
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe workplace.
• Be punctual and act in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• CNC multi‑axis training and experience preferred.

Minimum 3 to 12 months CNC multi‑axis machine operator experience preferred.

• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to read and write legibly and complete production reports with accuracy.
• Must be able to read and use tape measure.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to inspect rail using measuring devices.
• Must be quality oriented and a team player.
• Must have a complete understanding of safe work practices.

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

Production - Hourly

Cleveland, OH Trackworks - 441

$19.10 - $28.70

Entry level

Temporary

Management and Manufacturing

Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

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