Quality & Compliance Specialist

UTLX, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—offers meaningful work, leadership opportunities, and a culture where everyone is empowered to excel. We are committed to making a positive global impact through diverse learning and working opportunities.

About the role

The Inspector conducts thorough inbound, in-process, final inspections, and NDT of railcars; researches, identifies, and estimates required repairs; and ensures all documentation, repair codes, and billing estimates comply with U.S. and Canadian regulations, AAR Interchange/MSRP standards, DOT/TC requirements, and company procedures. This role ensures maintenance, qualification, and inspection activities meet governing regulations, prepares Billing Repair Card estimates, identifies nonconformances, and approves railcars for release. The Inspector has full authority to stop work on railcars or components pending issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Performs visual, dimensional, mechanical, and regulatory inspections of railcars and components throughout all stages of repair and qualification.
• Researches and inspects incoming cars for defects and repairs required in accordance with regulations, repair standards, project letters, and customer specifications.
• Prepares and completes all documentation associated with inspections, including Billing Repair Card estimates, repair codes, labor hours, and material estimates.
• Ensures identified nonconforming conditions are reported through appropriate forms, checklists, and nonconformance reporting systems.
• Maintains complete and accurate inspection records and ensures the final car file is compliant and ready for release.
• Reviews shop-floor documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Identifies repairs and assigns responsibility based on company policies, pricing matrices, and RBU profitability guidelines.
• Conducts audits to ensure production activities align with applicable standards and requirements.
• Works with production to plan shipments and ensure inspections are completed in a timely manner.
• Verifies cars are properly secured, marked, closed, and identified prior to release for interchange.
• Interfaces with railroads, lessees, outside inspectors, and internal departments to resolve inspection findings and expedite the repair process.
• Conducts function-specific training with employees.
• Performs quality assurance administrative functions, including audit participation, document control, measuring and test equipment management, and root cause corrective action.
• Identifies potential claims such as corrosion or loading-rack damage and follows through to resolution.
• Enters pertinent car data into internal and industry regulatory systems, including AS400, CRMS, MARS, Railinc, and RPI.
• Participates in and supports quality initiatives and Responsible Care activities.
• Uses judgment and discretion in inspection, repair estimation, and documentation activities, escalating only unusual or unprecedented issues.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant railcar repair, inspection, or manufacturing experience.
• NDT Visual Testing (VT) Level II Certification per AAR M1002 Appendix T or equivalent ASNT/ISO standards (or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of AAR Office and Field Manuals, AAR and FRA regulations, tank car design, and inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of railcar components, airbrakes, corrosion, welding, coatings, nondestructive testing, service equipment, and interior railcar and coating inspection requirements.
• Working knowledge of computer systems including AS400, Microsoft Office, and electronic repair documentation platforms.
• Completion of basic Microsoft Excel and Word training courses.
• Additional certifications such as AWS CWI, AMPP Coating Inspector, or ASQ Quality Inspector/Technician.
• NDT Level II certifications in ACFM, MT, PT, UTT, RVI, IR, and UT.

Skills

• Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, AS400, Railsource, and applicable electronic systems.
• Working knowledge of AAR and FRA regulations, Fleet Repair Standards, and company procedures.
• General mechanical aptitude and ability to use industry gauges (including AAR Rule 1 gages), test equipment, weld inspection tools, and dimensional inspection tools.
• Ability to interpret standards, drawings, regulations, repair instructions, and specifications.
• Ability to climb ladders up to 14 feet, bend, crawl, squat, kneel, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to enter tank cars through manways 18–20 inches in diameter.
• Ability to tolerate heights, confined spaces, and inclement weather.
• Ability to wear PPE: safety shoes, hard hats, respirators, harnesses, earplugs, and safety glasses.
• Near visual acuity correctable to a J2 on a McKesson Jaeger Eye Chart.
• Stamina to work across large shop areas and recognize danger signals to ensure safety.

Work Environment & Schedule

This role operates in an industrial railcar repair environment with regular exposure to challenging physical and environmental conditions. Work is frequently conducted outdoors and may require extended periods in varying weather conditions. Employees are exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, heat, and noise associated with manufacturing and repair operations.

• Moderate to heavy physical exertion, including lifting and carrying materials, climbing in and out of railcars, working at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to enter tank cars through 20-inch manway openings.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination to operate tools and safety equipment.
• Potential exposure to minor cuts, bruises, or other risks typical of an industrial setting; constant awareness required to safely operate equipment, particularly in confined or elevated areas.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials due to leaks or spills.
• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols.
• Vision correctable to 20/30 for inspection activities.
• On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with overtime as required.

Pay

Pay Range: $61,200.00 - $74,800.00

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k matching.