Precision Grinding QA Technician (Bearings)

Be the Standard at Amsted Rail

Where: Petersburg, VA | Who: Brenco Bearing & Amsted Seals within Amsted Rail Company (100% employee‑owned)

Our tapered roller bearings and precision seals move the world’s freight. As a Precision Grinding QA Technician, you’ll keep that world turning by ensuring every machined component aligns to print and process requirements—safely, consistently, and with pride.

Role snapshot

• Live our safety, ergonomics, and environmental standards as outlined by the Amsted Rail Health & Safety program.
• Measure finished parts to specifications using gauges under the departmental quality plan.
• Support first‑piece checks; identify defects and verify product condition.
• Assist setup staff with changeovers and attachments across work lines/cells.
• Record inspection and test data per quality procedures and enter production run info into the company system.
• Quarantine suspect material and alert the right people quickly.
• Lift/position machine components manually or via hoists/cranes.
• Help where needed—equipment operation, packing, material handling.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screening
• Capability to lift, push, and pull 10–50 lbs.
• Willingness to wear employer‑provided PPE as required.
• Comfort standing and moving throughout the department and shift.
• Mechanical aptitude; previous industrial experience is beneficial.

Rewards and growth

• Employee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of compensation)
• 401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollar
• Benefits from Day 31: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life, disability, and pet insurance
• Competitive Pay: Prior experience considered; annual bonus eligibility potential
• Career Path: On‑the‑job training, pay‑for‑skill progression, advancement opportunities
• Time Off & Schedule: PTO starting at 3 weeks, 11 paid holidays, 12‑hr Day Schedule (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.)
• Extras: Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonuses, Employee Discount Programs

Equal Opportunity and accessibility

Amsted Rail’s commitment to Affirmative Action:

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.