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Progress Rail Services Corporation

Painter III

Muncie, IN · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway ... assembly, and ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices; • Must have ...

Progress Rail Services Corporation

Painter III

Muncie, IN · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway ... assembly, and ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices; • Must have ...

Progress Rail Services

Material Handler

Belton, MO · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation--driving the future of rail with ... to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be ...

Progress Rail Services

Material Handler II

Fridley, MN · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway ... to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be ...

Progress Rail Services

Material Handler II

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation--driving the future of rail with ... to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be ...

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Do workers at Progress Rail get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
37% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Does Progress Rail pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
71% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At Progress Rail, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
75% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Progress Rail affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
90% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Progress Rail?

Most people get paid time off work.
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 94% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

Do workers at Progress Rail worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
83% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

Do Progress Rail workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
59% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

How easy is it for Progress Rail workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
73% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Progress Rail?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
81% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do Progress Rail managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
33% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

Do jobs at Progress Rail spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
9% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Progress Rail?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
34% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is working at Progress Rail good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
56% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Progress Rail feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
43% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Progress Rail get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
68% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Progress Rail?

Most people feel stressed out here.
80% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Progress Rail enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
37% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Progress Rail recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
48% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Progress Rail?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
63% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Progress Rail?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 56% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people think Progress Rail’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
85% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Progress Rail is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
70% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

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Painter III

Progress Rail Services Corporation

Muncie, IN • On-site

$17 - $23/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Progress Rail rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 70 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

380th of 490 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

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.
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
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 Automotive painting experience is a must
• 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.
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.

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About Progress Rail

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Our team works hard to create lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence. We care about fostering the sustainable movement of goods and people for generations to come, and we know our customers care, too. Our strategic footprint ensures responsive, quality customer support all day, every day. We are one of the largest integrated diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signaling, rail welding and Kershaw® Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations. Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions.

Industry

Consumer goods and commercial equipment rental services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Albertville, AL, US

Year founded

1983

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