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10037BR

PRS Facility Location:

Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293

Job Purpose:

Using state-of-the-art processes, painters are involved in the sanding, grinding, prepping, masking, taping, applying decals, and spraying of locomotives. The paint process covers the locomotive interior, exterior, underframe, and truck parts. The Paint Department also oversees the Packaging Department, which prepares the locomotives for shipment.

Req ID:

10037BR

Company Description:

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Education / Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Job Title:

Painter III

City:

Muncie

Key Job Elements:

• Move units in and out of booths;

• Power wash units for paint, check for leaks;

• Sand units, mud and glaze dents or grind marks, perform touch-ups and repair flaws;

• Perform surface preparation and masking to apply stencils and decals;

• Responsible for the care, cleaning, and maintenance of booths;

• Assist in preparing locomotives for shipment;

• Maintain equipment and paint kitchen;

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of one year pressure spray experience, preferably heavy equipment, industrial painting;

• Strongly prefer previous experience with industrial painting systems including bulk, pressured, syphon, HVLP, and conventional spray with array of industrial coatings (polyurethane, CARC);

• Basic PC knowledge for data entry;

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and other visual aids;

• Must be familiar with manufacturing environment, use of industrial equipment and mechanics, heavy structural assembly, and ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices;

• Must have ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; converting decimals to inches; ability to measure and read measures;

• Problem-solving ability, reasoning, and common sense for appropriate resolutions;

• Must be able to understand and follow safety policies and practices;

• Must be able to set up, maintain, disassemble, and assemble equipment (spray guns, paint mixer, pumps); ability to learn pro-mix paint system;

• Must be able to perform the following for the duration of shift;

• Prolonged kneeling, bending, squatting, or lying flat to apply or install fixtures;

• Occasional pushing/pulling objects through openings on unit;

• Occasional climbing stairs or ladders;

• Occasional lifting objects between weight range of 5-60 lbs;

• Frequent periods of sitting or standing in confined or cramped spaces;

• Periodically walking short and long distances.

EEO:

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Benefits:

• 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.

Job Category:

Production - Hourly

State::

Indiana