Kinkisharyo seeking to fill over 100 positions

PALMDALE – Kinkisharyo, a world leader in railcar manufacturing, is seeking to fill positions for Mechanical and Electrical Quality Control Inspectors and Mechanical and Electrical Technicians for its operations coming to Palmdale.

Over 100 positions are available. Interested applicants should bring their resume to the South Valley WorkSource Center (SVWSC), located at 38510 Sierra Highway in Palmdale, or email to either kblackburn@cityofpalmdale.org or jbode@goodwillsocal.org.

The ideal candidates must have a clean background and possess a valid Passport, as training will be outside of the country. Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Position Overviews:

Mechanical QC Inspector

Responsibilities:

• Performs Quality Control (QC) inspection on parts and sub-assemblies of rail cars.
• Performs visual inspection of parts and equipment to ensure conformance to quality standards and to identify non-conformance where it occurs. 
• Performs all work according to engineering drawings, written work procedures, verbal & written instructions.
• The QC Inspector must be able to read and interpret all engineering drawings and blueprints, and has a demonstrated proficiency in all inspection phases listed below.

Job Qualification Requirements:

• Must be Proficient in the English Measurement system and be able to learn the Metric system of measurement within a specified period of time.
• Knowledge in Receiving, Part Fabrication, Meal Matching, Sub Assembly, Shell Assembly, Truck Assembly & Test, Interior and Cab, Exterior, Under-floor & Source.
• Must have at minimum two years of work experience in a QC Inspection Field.
• Ability to read engineering drawings (blueprints).
• Capable of using measuring instruments including, but not limited to tape measures, calipers & Micrometers.
• Must be able to work independently and to conduct the final inspection of an entire rail car.
• Must be capable of working in an active manufacturing environment within a specified period of time.
• Must be able to Pass Background Check & Drug Screening.
• Must be willing to travel.

Electrical QC Inspector

Responsibilities:

• Performs Quality Control (QC) inspection on parts and sub-assemblies of rail cars.
• Performs visual inspection of parts and equipment to ensure conformance to quality standards and to identify non-conformance where it occurs. 
• Performs all work according to engineering drawings, written work procedures, verbal & written instructions.
• The QC Inspector must be able to read and interpret all engineering drawings and blueprints, and has a demonstrated proficiency in all inspection phases listed below.
• Job Qualification Requirements
• Must be Proficient in the English Measurement system and be able to learn the Metric system of measurement within a specified period of time.
• Knowledge in Receiving, Part Fabrication, Meal Matching, Sub Assembly, Shell Assembly, Truck Assembly & Test, Interior and Cab, Exterior, Under-floor & Source.
• Must have at minimum two years of work experience in a QC Inspection Field.
• Ability to read engineering drawings (blueprints)
• Capable of using measuring instruments including, but not limited to tape measures, calipers & Micrometers.
• Must be able to work independently and to conduct the final inspection of an entire rail car.
• Must be capable of working in an active manufacturing environment within a specified period of time.
• Must be able to Pass Background Check & Drug Screening.
• Must be willing to travel.

Mechanical & Electrical Technicians 

Overview: Production Supervisor. Build, test and inspect passenger light rail cars for final assembly light rail train project.  Must read schematics and blueprints. Must be mechanically inclined, familiar with the use of hand tools, digital voltage meters, torque wrenches.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb., work in tight spaces, climb ladders work in high areas, work in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to work overtime including nights and weekends.
• Must be flexible to work different shifts, days, including weekends and holidays.

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Rail Car Experience is preferred.
• Must be able to Pass Background Check & Drug Screening.
• Must have H.S. diploma or GED.
• Associates degree in electrical, mechanical, or electronics preferred (3 year minimum experience accepted).

For more information, please contact Carole Evans at 661/265.7421 or Kari Blackburn at 661/267.5125.