Job Fair 2/26/25 Impact at Progress Rail

Muncie, IN

Full Time

Entry Level

Job Fair - Come see us on 2/26/25 at 3500 S Cowan Rd, Muncie, IN
Progress Rail
Welder * Test Tech * Assembler * Painter

Shifts:
1st shift 6am-2:30pm or 6am-4:30pm M-F
2nd shift 2pm- 10:30pm or 2pm-12:30am M-F
3rd shift 7:30am-6am or 9:30pm- 6am Sun-Thursday

Electrical Assembler in Muncie, IN
Starting pay $19/hr. and up based on experience
Fulltime, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Job Summary
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is partnering with Impact Workforce Solutions to hire an Electrical Assembler for their manufacturing team in Muncie, Indiana. Electrical Assemblers will use mechanical and electrical knowledge and skills to install components, cables and wires into electrical compartments. Following instructions from blueprints, schematics, and engineering change notices, operations will consist of wiring, cabling, mechanical assembly, installation and repair work.

Key Job Elements

Install large components and sub-assemblies into electrical compartments.
Route loose wires and cables to the appropriate components within the electrical compartment.
Route and terminate cables throughout the electrical compartment.
Assist in correcting any non-conforming issues found by Quality.
Follow process and quality gate sheets.
Ability to verify gauge calibration.
Apply proper torque values per engineering standards.
Maintain area cleanliness and organization.
Advanced duties and responsibilities
Install wire harnesses and/or loose wires to panel assemblies and make terminations at the appropriate electrical component.
Construct plug assemblies and terminate wires per plug charts.
Apply wires and cables to process drawings to create wire harnesses.
Train others.

Qualifications, Experience, Education

Specific site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with local team.
Skill Level I – 0-2 years of experience with High Diploma or equivalent.
Skill Level II – 2-5 years of experience or Technical Certifications.
Skill Level III – 5-7 years of experience, Technical or specific experience.
Skill Level IV – 7+ years of experience, Technical or specific experience.
Minimum of one year manufacturing experience, preferably heavy industrial.
Must be able to read a tape measure
Experience with hand tools.
Experience with blueprints and wiring/wire schematics (Preferred)
Student mentality
Experience in operating forklift and/or crane preferred.
Basic PC knowledge for data entry.
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.

Preferred Skills

Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, wire running list, and other visual aids.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
Strength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb.
Motion – Constant walking, frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and overhead reaching and climbing ladders.
Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms.
Work Environment- Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives. Work in confined spaces. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels.
Emotional Demands – Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employees must be comfortable working alone.
Safety – Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives and other moving equipment. Employees must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and utilize all required PPE.

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Painter in Muncie, IN
Starting pay $20/hr. and up based on experience
Fulltime, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Job Summary:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is partnering with Impact Workforce Solutions to hire a Painter for their manufacturing team in Muncie, Indiana. Using state-of-the-art processes, painters are involved in the sanding, grinding, prepping, masking, taping, applying decals, and spraying of locomotives, railcars and other rail/locomotive components. The paint process covers the interior, exterior, underframes, and truck parts. These coatings vary based on the needs of each customer.

Key Responsibilities:

Safely operate mechanical equipment, including forklifts, cranes, pneumatic and electric winches, and manlifts.
Follow detailed work instructions and quality work instructions (QWI) with accuracy and consistency.
Work independently with minimal supervision, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Utilize precision instruments and gauges for accurate measurements.
Execute daily inspections and preventative maintenance on all blast and paint equipment.
Power wash and clean railcars and locomotives, prepping them for painting.
Conduct sandblasting and surface preparation to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
Mix and prepare various types of paints and coatings, applying them according to customer specifications using pressure spray systems.
Perform bodywork, touch-ups, and repairs as necessary.
Monitor inventory levels and assist in procurement of materials.

Qualifications:

Skill Level I: 0-1 years of experience without technical education.
Skill Level II: 1-2 years of experience or relevant technical certifications.
Skill Level III: 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Comfortable wearing personal protective equipment and complying with safety protocols.

Preferred Skills:

Previous experience in railcar or locomotive painting.
Technical degree in auto body or related paint programs.

Physical Requirements:

Must adhere to all safety protocols while working in and around active tracks and equipment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., push and pull up to 150 lbs.
Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, and climbing.
Comfortable working in high-noise, high-dust environments, and confined spaces.

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Final Tester Technician in Muncie, IN
Pay $26-27 based on experience
Fulltime, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Job Summary
Impact Workforce Solutions is hiring for Final Tester Technician in Muncie, IN to join our manufacturing team. A Test technician will inspect, take measurements and conduct a prescribed range of evaluations, both mechanical and electrical, to ensure locomotives are meeting all specifications before qualifying and shipping to customer.

Duties and responsibilities

Test all electrical and mechanical, and electronic locomotive systems and sub-assemblies including complicated circuits, electrical measurements, air brake systems, diesel engines, and interactions between all systems.
Diagnose, adjust, troubleshoot, and repair all defects found during testing.
Conduct track testing of all types of locomotives and be expected to follow all rules pertaining to the operation of a locomotive.
Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely.
Calculate and record data.
Responsible for test set-ups and special instrumentations required to determine parts performance and systems characteristics.
Operate Locomotive and other rolling equipment such as tuggers and fork trucks.
Read precision instruments and gauges.
Operate overhead cranes.

Advanced duties and responsibilities

Responsible for troubleshooting methods to identify problems, critically analyze and develop solutions, and report key findings to quality organization and internal production departments.
Assign and Manage employees daily work scope to ensure work is completed safely, in a timely manner.

Qualifications, Experience, Education

Skill Progression can be different by facilities, see local HR Representative.
Skill Level I – 0-2 years of experience or Technical Certifications or degree in electrical /mechanical engineering.
Skill Level II – 2+ years of experience, Technical or specific experience.
Technical knowledge to detect a deficiency with written skills to record deficiencies in an easily understandable manner and the expertise to repair the deficiency (if required).
Electrical/mechanical experience with the ability to troubleshoot problems using schematics and other test engineering specifications. Functional understanding of (locomotive) electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read and understand mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic schematics flowcharts.
Excellent written and oral communication skills required to document non-conformance.

Preferred Skills

Experience in a high voltage environment, computer/electronics knowledge and a working knowledge of test equipment.
Experience using a variety of computer software programs including Windows and Office products.
Previous Locomotive Test, Mechanical/Electrical, experience.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

Strength – Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces while installing, testing or repairing machinery and components.
Motion – Position requires standing majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling and climbing of steps and stairs.
Vision/Hearing Requirements – Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Position is exposed to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required. The Position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions.
Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements. In both cases, employees will work with oils and other lubricants.
Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of team in order to meet production requirements.
Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e. blue flag) and use of all PPE.

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Welder in Muncie, IN
Starting pay $22/hr. and up based on experience
Fulltime, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Job Overview:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is partnering with Impact Workforce Solutions to hire a Welder for their manufacturing team in Muncie, Indiana. We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Welder to join our dynamic team. In this position, you will operate various hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment to fabricate and join workpieces. Your expertise in welding techniques such as MIG and Stick will contribute to the successful completion of projects while maintaining the highest safety standards.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Welder to join our dynamic team. In this position, you will operate various hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment to fabricate and join workpieces. Your expertise in welding techniques such as MIG and Stick will contribute to the successful completion of projects while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Achieve and maintain internal welding certification in line with ISO, AAR, and other regulatory standards.
Gather materials and weld them into finished products according to specifications.
Set up components for welding, including cutting materials with powered saws to precise measurements.
Prepare parts for welding using angle grinders and other hand tools.
Interpret welding blueprints, assembly instructions, drawings, and bills of material.
Maintain welding proficiency and comply with Progress Rail QSP 4.9 and relevant local and international standards.
Utilize measuring devices accurately, including tape measures, scales, and calipers, to measure and record inspection data.
Operate pneumatic and electric tools, as well as overhead cranes, for transporting components.

Advanced Responsibilities:

Master various welding techniques including pipe welding, GMAW, and SMAW in all positions.
Obtain certification in recognized welding standards such as AWS D1.1.
Perform single and multi-pass welds in diverse positions.
Conduct preventative and basic maintenance on welding machines and equipment.
Train and mentor less experienced welders.
Forklift certification is preferred.
Opportunity to be trained on advanced welding machinery, including Robot Welders.

Qualifications:

Minimum experience levels range from less than 1 year (Skill Level I) to over 5 years (Skill Level V) with corresponding certifications.
Technical certifications may substitute for experience.
Preferred certifications in GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW.

Preferred Skills:

Certified Welder with knowledge of various welding techniques (MIG, MMA, Stick, TIG).
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in tight, confined spaces.
Perform physical activities requiring the use of arms and legs, including climbing, reaching, and kneeling.
Visual and auditory acuity to operate welding tools safely, with proper PPE.
Work in various environments, including exposure to temperature extremes and inclement weather.

Safety Commitment:

This position is safety-sensitive and requires strict adherence to safety policies, including the use of PPE and compliance with safety regulations in the presence of heavy equipment and live tracks.

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