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Build Your Career in Quality Excellence with Transco Rail Services

At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing.

We are looking for a Quality Control Inspector to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about safety, quality, compliance, operational excellence, and delivering results in a fast-paced industrial environment

What You’ll Do:

As a Quality Control Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring railcar repairs meet Transco quality standards, customer requirements, and industry regulations. You will help maintain facility compliance while supporting continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence.

On any given day, you will:

• Conduct in-process inspections of railcar repairs and maintenance activities
• Review work orders and inspect completed repairs to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications
• Identify non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are completed before work progresses
• Verify quality records, repair documentation, and regulatory paperwork for accuracy and completeness
• Complete final car file reviews and ensure proper documentation is maintained
• Administer and maintain measuring and testing equipment
• Perform inspections across multiple operational departments including repair, inspection, cleaning, and coating operations
• Provide function-specific quality and compliance training to facility personnel
• Conduct root cause analysis and support corrective action activities for quality-related issues
• Escort customers and auditors during facility quality audits and inspections
• Partner with operations, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to achieve facility goals
• Maintain compliance with company, customer, AAR, FRA, DOT, and safety requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence efforts
• Complete required documentation, reporting, and database updates accurately and timely

What Makes This Role Different:

• Meaningful Impact – You work directly contributes to the success of our operation, our customers, and the industries we serve
• Development Opportunity – We invest in employee development and provide opportunities for advancement across Transco, Marmon Rail, and the broader Marmon family of companies
• Team-focused Environment – Work alongside experienced professionals who value collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking individuals who bring a strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and a desire to learn and grow.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, inspection, or quality-focused environment
• Experience working in railcar repair, inspection, manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial operations
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical documentation and repair records
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and compliance

Preferred:

• NDT certifications or experience such as VT Level II, CWI, WIS, UT/UTT Level II, RVI Level II, PT, BT, or MT
• Railcar repair, inspection, tank car, or heavy industrial experience
• Knowledge of AAR, FRA, DOT, and industry quality requirements
• Experience conducting audits, investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Project management or continuous improvement experience
• Experience training and mentoring employees

Work Environment:

• Working in an industrial, manufacturing, railcar, or field-service environment
• Exposure to equipment, moving machinery, noise, dust, varying temperatures, and weather conditions
• Walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting materials
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Adherence to all safety, quality, and environmental standards

Site Specific Details:

• Location: Miles City, Montana
• Department: Quality Assurance/Control
• Shift: 2nd Shift Monday - Friday
• Compensation: Salary Non-Exempt, $68,000 - $72,000

Compensation & Benefits

We know this role requires skill, flexibility, and commitment, and we compensate accordingly.

What you can expect:

• Competitive compensation
• Stable, long-term career within a growing organization
• Supportive team environment
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Full Benefits – Day One:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement (where applicable)

Why Transco?

At Transco, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a company that:

• Prioritizes safety and people first
• Invests in training and development
• Encourages continuous improvement and innovation
• Offers real career mobility, not just lateral moves
• Delivers the stability and strength of Berkshire Hathaway while maintaining a local, team-oriented culture

Not Sure If You Check Every Box?

We still encourage you to apply.

If you have the right mindset, work ethic, and foundational skills; we can help you build the rest.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to lead teams, drive results, and build a career in operations leadership, we’d love to connect.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Transco is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any legally protected status.

Pay Range:

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

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.