Assembler Mechanic Welder Technician

Job Purpose

An Assembly Mechanic Welder Technician conducts repair work and/or operates specialized engine testing equipment, operates various hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld, fabricate or join work pieces together. This mechanic welder technician performs multiple assembly and pre-paint wash/prep, masking, sanding, painting, and trains other operators. All levels of this position may be required to perform other functions or assist in other departments as needed.

This position will have a starting wage at $24. Flexible upon experience.

City:
Marshalltown

State:
Iowa

• Position will work M-Th, 10 hour day shifts. Mandatory overtime as needed.
• Read schematics, blueprints, standard work, perform basic math.
• Assembling and/or test parts and components for locomotive engine.
• Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and welding.
• Retrieve materials assembled and weld into a finished product.
• Maintain area cleanliness and organization.
• Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Fasten sub-assembly parts together with bolts, screws, and additional fasteners hardware.
• Route and apply electrical wiring harnesses.
• Operate engine test cell equipment.
• Perform balance tests and other quality tests as required.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform adjustments or repairs to components to meet quality standards.
• Maintain and conduct preventive maintenance on components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot assembly problems, part quality issues and test results associated with new parts and engineering changes.
• Move units in and out of paint booths.
• Power wash units for paint, check for leaks.
• Perform surface preparation and masking.
• Ability to train new employees.
• Maintaining welding proficiency as required by Progress Rail QSP 4.9 as well as any applicable local and international standards.
• Mastery of various welds such as pipe weld, GMAW, SMAW, etc. in all positions.
• Perform single and multi-pass welds in all positions.
• Ability to perform preventative and basic maintenance of weld machines and equipment; change out wire and gas bottles as needed.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
• Cross train in all assembly areas.
• Safely operate equipment (after proper training) that may include forklift and overhead cranes, and any other tools or equipment.

• GED, HS diploma required.
• Heavy manufacturing and or technical certification, vocational/technical training, required.
• 2-3 years of basic mechanical knowledge required to diagnose and repair locomotive components.
• 2-3 years of experience as a welder, certification in GMAW and FCAW required.
• Certification to a recognized welding standard such as AWS D1.1.

• Forklift and/or crane experience preferred.
• 2-5 mechanical years' experience required.
• Problem solving skills to properly assess and compensate for variations due to incoming part quality, process variations, engineering changes and part shortages.
• Must be familiar with manufacturing environment, with use of industrial equipment and mechanics, heavy structural assembly, and ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices.
• Must demonstrate ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, technical correspondence, and memos.
• Industrial painting systems including bulk, pressured, syphon, HVLP, and conventional spray with array of industrial coatings (polyurethane, CARC).
• Pass internal welding certification in conjunction with requirements under ISO, AAR, and other regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate verbally or as written.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers and employees of the organization.

• 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.

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EMD Marshalltown, IA - 405