Rolling Stock Assembly Supervisor Science & Engineering Technicians

Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

The engineering processes that combine electrical and mechanical engineering in the application of electromechanics in devices that need electricity to create mechanical movement or devices that create electricity by mechanical …

Possess basic knowledge of the mechanics involved in trains, understand the technicalities and participate in discussions on related topics in order to solve problems related to the mechanics.

Recommended Books

1 book

The Principles and Practice and Explanation of the Machinery of Locomotive Engines in Operation on the Several Lines of Railway

Thomas Tredgold

2018

Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

Define and make a list of the required resources and equipment based on the technical needs of the production.

Collect contact info for all team members and decide on modes of communication.

Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings …

Evaluate the need for labour for the work ahead. Evaluate the performance of the team of workers and inform superiors. Encourage and support the employees in learning, teach them techniques …

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.

Oversee all personnel and processes to comply with health, safety and hygiene standards. Communicate and support alignment of these requirements with the company's health and safety programmes.

Oversee production processes and prepare all the resources needed to maintain an efficient and continuous flow of production.

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

Report on production to the hierarchy. Mention a specified set of parameters, such as amount produced and timing, and any issues or unexpected occurrences.

Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.

Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of subordinate personnel.

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving …

Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

Lead staff members through breaks and lunches, schedule work adhere to labour hours allocated to the department.

The control and protection system that ensures trains run safely, a standard European system that allows crossing of borders in safety.

Analyse production processes leading toward improvement. Analyse in order to reduce production losses and overall manufacturing costs.

Verify that all requested resources are delivered and in good working order. Notify the appropriate person or people of any problems related to technical and material resources.

Ensure that finished products meet or exceed company specifications.

Perform safety audits and inspections on workplaces and workplace equipment. Ensure that they meet safety regulations and identify hazards and risks.

Assist with the integration of new systems, products, methods, and components in the production line. Ensure that production workers are properly trained and follow the new requirements.

Work closely with the relevant quality assurance or grading party involved.

Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.

Procure adequate machinery. Research the market to find the best machinery, staying within budget limits, and negotiate the purchase. Maintain records.

Offer help and advice to service technicians in case of machine malfunctions and other repair tasks.

Carry out assessment and recruitment of personnel for the production.

Schedule and perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and repairs of all equipment. Order necessary machine parts and upgrade equipment when necessary to ensure optimal performance.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) drilling machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) grinding machine designed for manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) milling machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) lathe and turn machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Use computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programmes to control machinery and machine tools in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation as part of the manufacturing processes of workpieces.

Inspect rolling stock, components and systems to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.

Monitor and operate a computer numerical controlled (CNC) metal punch press according to regulations.