Machining Maintenance Team Leader

Caterpillar; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Machining Maintenance Team Leader to join their dynamic team in Peterborough. This role offers the opportunity to lead a skilled maintenance team, focusing on efficiency improvements, safety, and quality standards. You will play a crucial part in fostering a culture of continuous improvement while managing resources effectively. With a commitment to personal growth and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for someone looking to advance their career in maintenance leadership. If you're motivated and ready to make an impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Up to 5% bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Contributory share scheme

Flexible benefits including health and dental plans

Qualifications

• Skilled maintenance technician with leadership qualities.
• Experience with fault diagnostics and maintenance background.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team and ensure shop floor safety.
• Implement efficiency improvements and manage resources.

Skills

Fault finding electrical systems

Leadership skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication skills

Planning and organization

Education

NVQ Level 3 / apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

PLC-related machinery

Fanuc Robotics

Job description

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team that cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future builders creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world for everyone.

Job Title: Machining Maintenance Team Leader
Salary: £35,400 - £42,950 (dependent on experience)
Location: Peterborough

Additional Information: Multiple shift patterns available (shift premiums apply)

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave
• Up to 5% bonus
• Contributory pension scheme with company matching up to 10%
• Contributory share scheme with 50% match

• Optional flexible benefits including health and dental plans for family, EV car lease, holiday purchase

The Opportunity

A vacancy has arisen for a Maintenance Team Leader within the Machining Maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to progress along the maintenance career path, with potential advancement to Section Manager.

The ideal candidate is a skilled maintenance technician with leadership qualities in an Agility-controlled environment, possessing excellent communication, organization, planning, and interpersonal skills.

What You Will Do

• Identify and implement efficiency improvements
• Monitor and improve shop floor safety, eliminate unsafe processes
• Ensure fixtures, tooling, and processes meet production schedules
• Prioritize and sequence jobs effectively
• Manage constrained resources and adjust staffing as needed
• Handle disciplinary actions appropriately
• Ensure preventive maintenance is performed on schedule
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other improvement initiatives
• Lead workforce training and development
• Deploy section value stream improvements
• Practice CPS Guiding Principles
• Initiate process improvement dialogues
• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement projects
• Report and monitor section metrics
• Create, implement, and train standard work procedures
• Achieve 5S targets in maintenance areas
• Lead improvement projects

What You Have

• Ability to fault find electrical, controls, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Experience with PLC-related machinery
• Experience with planned preventive maintenance, managed via the Agility system
• Act as the lead contact with Production & Engineering to ensure equipment availability

People

• Lead maintenance support during shifts for production operations
• Deliver briefings and document issues for handover
• Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others
• Ensure safe working practices and maintain relevant documentation

Quality

• Ensure tasks are completed on time and to high standards
• Maintain 5S standards and organized work areas
• Investigate quality issues logically and systematically
• Knowledge of Quality Control Systems is a plus

Velocity

• Sense of urgency and flexibility to support production
• Proactive in addressing machine failures and using data to improve OEE
• Support process improvements and change activities
• Prioritize tasks effectively

Cost

• Manage spend within budget and lead cost-saving initiatives
• Utilize and control spare parts systems

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• NVQ Level 3 / apprenticeship or equivalent
• Experience with PLC, electrical, electronics, Fanuc Robotics, fault diagnostics
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems knowledge
• Mechanical machinery experience
• Leadership skills
• Maintenance background
• Health & Safety procedures experience

What You Will Get

Join our diverse and friendly team, fostering a culture of openness, autonomy, support, and personal growth. We are committed to continuous improvement.

About Caterpillar: Caterpillar Inc. is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, engines, turbines, and locomotives. We have nearly 100 years of experience helping customers build a sustainable world, committed to reducing carbon emissions through innovative products and services backed by a global dealer network.

NB: Please demonstrate your qualifications and experience relevant to the criteria on your CV, as the panel cannot make assumptions during shortlisting.

Posting Dates: April 30, 2025 - May 15, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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