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Wheel Inspector

Job in Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, 64101, USA
Listing for: Amsted Rail
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-21
Job specializations:
  • Quality Assurance - QA/QC
    Production QC/QA, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 52000 - 72000 USD Yearly USD 52000.00 72000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Perform magnetic particle, ultrasonic and visual inspection of wheels for surface and subsurface defects to maintain quality standards within ASNT specifications and AAR requirements. This position is for C-Shift (Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm).

MAJOR

ACTIVITIES:

  • Perform visual, ultrasonic and magnetic particle inspection of wheels for conformance to applicable standards and specifications.
  • Have sufficient knowledge of ultrasonic to work with defect code.
  • Must receive Level I certification in magnetic particle and ultrasonic inspection as provided by the American Society for Non-Destructive Testing and required by AAR within eighteen month on the job.
  • Properly mark wheels indicating defects with crayon.
  • Record pertinent data on form related to wheel inspection.
  • Perform periodic inspection on final line, visually checking stamping for readability and proper depth, chamfering, stenciling, bores, hubs, plates and pads. Check flange thickness and height by use of a flange gauge.
  • Check overall appearance of wheel to make certain that it has been cleaned properly.
  • Set up, change, or adjust equipment as necessary to assure correct inspection of wheels.
  • Advise supervisor immediately when defects become excessive.

MINOR

ACTIVITIES:

  • Mix magnetic particle solution in holding tank and clean weekly.
  • Occasionally assist in lab to become familiar with operation.
  • May assist in breakdowns to resume production.
  • Take wheel samples for analysis as necessary.
  • Keep needed supplies in stock.
  • Maintain inspection booth in clean and orderly fashion.
  • Check tape lines on master tape line for accuracy when working final line.
  • Check weight of wheels and keep record of weight, bore size and type when working final line
  • Perform other duties as required.

Why Amsted Rail?

Amsted Rail is an industry leader that can offer more than a chance to succeed. This is where you can thrive. Our environment is energetic, our people are motivated and our career paths can take you where you want to go. We pride ourselves on being the market leader as well as having a management philosophy that promotes a culture of dignity and respect for all our employees.

  • We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance as well as a retirement package that includes match on 401k contributions and an employee stock ownership program.

Amsted Rail is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and any other basis covered by federal, state, or local law.

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Qualifications

Skills Required

Expert

Behaviors Preferred

Team Player :
Works well as a member of a group

Loyal :
Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Functional Expert :
Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented :
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated :
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Preferred

Growth Opportunities :
Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Goal Completion :
Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact :
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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