Railcar Production Quality Expert (Poland) May 16, 2024 View offer →

European Leader firm specializing in railcars leasing and related services with over 47000 railcars leased to various industries, thanks to more than 1300 employees in over 40 locations worldwide is expanding in all Europe.

Our client is cooperating with more than 50 certified workshops in Europe to produce railcars , and is looking for a Railcar Production Quality Expert to assess the quality of the new railcars produced for them.

Railcar Production Quality Expert (Poland) .

Published May 16, 2024

Responsibilities

• Visiting the workshop of the suppliers in all Europe.
• Monitoring and evaluating production lines and wagon assembly in accordance with relevant processes and standards.
• Ensuring compliance with agreed specifications.
• Verifying technical information provided by manufacturers and conducting cross-checks of data sheets/wagons.
• Preparing and delivering acceptance reports as per established procedures.
• Alerting the Railcar Production Quality Manager about any abnormal activities observed in the workshop, including issues related to workers or the environment.
• Identifying defects and reporting non-conformities to manufacturers, ensuring appropriate handling by their quality departments in coordination with the RPQM.
• Overseeing project progress on-site, collaborating with manufacturers, the new build expert, and the purchasing department for reception planning and follow-up.
• Providing technical support to the claim coordinator and facilitating communication with manufacturers to address any issues effectively.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of wagon technicalities, including maintenance schemes, welding standards, sandblasting, painting, and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to effectively manage pressure from manufacturers seeking validation of wagons and engage in constructive dialogue with them.
• Proficiency in using various informatics tools, ERP systems, and processes relevant to the role, with a keen eye for detail.