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Manual Machine Operator

Progress Rail
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/15/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manual Machine Operator position at Progress Rail?

Job Purpose

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

1st shift 4:30 am to 1pm or 5:00 am to 1:30 pm
2nd Shift 4pm to 12:30 am ($1.50 shift differential after completing training on 1st shift 6 to 8 weeks.)

Overtime available

Progress Rail Machine Operators work with heavy machinery producing railroad track components. They maintain equipment to ensure it operates safely and effectively. Their duties include preparing machinery for daily use, inspecting machinery for safety issues, and producing quality full track panels, turnouts and crossings, as well as build other rail components to customer specifications.

Req ID

10994BR

City

Cleveland

State:

Ohio

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

  • A Machine Operator operates assigned machinery, monitors and optimizing efficiency, does basic maintenance to machines and performs quality checks;
• Performs all assigned machine shop operations; • Set up and operates machines; • Observe machine operations, detect work piece defects and make adjustments to machinery when necessary to improve performance; • Operate machinery and equipment according to work instructions; • Troubleshoot issues and perform routine and minor maintenance. Submit work orders for the maintenance requirements; • Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specification and tooling instructions; • Follows reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor; • Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness in work area;
  • Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to management;
  • Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures;

Education / Training

  • HS diploma or equivalent;

Qualifications and Experience

  • Prior work experience relevant to the position;
  • Basic mathematical skills and proficiency in reading a tape measure;
  • Read and interpret blueprints;
  • Mechanical and technical aptitude and capacity.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**
  • 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.


Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

Cleveland, OH Trackworks - 441

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