Management Trainee

Job Purpose The Management Trainee is a high-potential, early-career participant in a three-year accelerated development program designed to build Progress Rail's future business and operational leaders. Through structured rotational assignments, the trainee gains broad exposure to the company's operations and functional areas while developing business acumen, leadership capability, technical knowledge, and an enterprise perspective. Participants complete meaningful assignments, own projects with measurable outcomes, and receive coaching, mentoring, and formal development. Upon successful completion, participants may be considered for professional or leadership-track roles based on business needs, demonstrated performance, individual strengths, and available opportunities. Req ID 12432BR City Atchison State: Kansas 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 Minimum duties and responsibilities• Complete multiple structured rotations over a three-year period, generally lasting six to twelve months each. Complete developmental assignments across multiple functional areas and locations as assigned. Learn Progress Rail products, customers, manufacturing and service processes, and end-to-end business operations. Analyze operational and business data, identify improvement opportunities, and develop practical recommendations. Build productive relationships with employees, leaders, customers, and cross-functional partners. Participate in leadership development, professional training, mentoring, and networking activities. Demonstrate Progress Rail values and leadership expectations, including safety, integrity, teamwork, excellence, accountability, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and respect for others. Maintain flexibility regarding assignments, work schedules, travel, and relocation requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Advanced duties and responsibilities Lead or support projects that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, customer service, employee engagement, or operational effectiveness. Apply continuous improvement principles and support implementation of approved process changes. Prepare and deliver clear presentations on project findings, recommendations, and business results to functional and senior leaders. Own assigned rotation deliverables with measurable outcomes and participate in formal performance and development reviews. Demonstrate increasing capability in business acumen, leadership, cross-functional collaboration, strategic thinking, and enterprise decision-making. Education / Training Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, Human Resources, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Management, or related field. Qualifications and Experience Demonstrated leadership through internships, cooperative education, student organizations, athletics, military service, community involvement, or comparable experiences. Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, finance, human resources, o…

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