Quality Technician (Weld) – Afternoons – 4 Day week

Caterpillar Brazil; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Technician (Weld) to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of machines, utilizing your expertise in MIG and MAG welding techniques. You'll engage in various tasks such as reworking parts, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future while enhancing your skills in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about quality and innovation, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays

Bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Contributory share scheme

Optional flexible benefits

Access to private health and dental care plans

EV car lease

Qualifications

• MIG and MAG Welding Certification and experience in weld finish.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Rework parts and machines, including tapping, drilling, and welding.
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections as part of investigations.

Skills

MIG Welding

MAG Welding

Quality Inspection

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Compliance

Process Improvement

Job description

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Quality Technician (Weld) – Afternoons – 4 Day week

Apply locations Desford, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R0000300761

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don'tjust 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, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title: Quality Technician (Weld) – Afternoons – 4 Day week

Salary: £27,855 rising to £29,279 when role objectives are reached with 20% shift allowance for afternoon shift

Hours: 16:30 – 02:00 Monday to Thursday

Contract: Full time & permanent

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

The Opportunity

As Quality Technician (Weld) in within the Quality department you will support as we seek to maintain and improve the quality of machines leaving the Desford facility. You will perform MIG and MAG Weld, Weld Finish, Stud Weld, Thread Tapping and Stud/Bolt Extraction techniques and other repair processes as needed.

What you will do

As a Quality Technician (Weld), you are accountable for, but not limited to:

• Rework parts and machines as required (Tasks may include: Tapping, drilling, grinding, welding, cutting, fettling metal and/or plastics depending on task).

• Record defect information in detail via electronic, manual processes or visual boards.

• Determine conformity of parts and machines investigate, analyse and identify Root Cause, and operate the NCM (Non-Confirming Material) process.

• Conduct Basic visual and dimensional inspection as part of investigations.

• Read and interpret Engineering drawings.

• Must be willing to work a multi-shift pattern.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

What You Can Demonstrate:

• Repair Processes: MIG and MAG Welding Certification and weld finish experience. Perform the following job-specific tasks: Tapping, drilling, grinding, welding, cutting, fettling metal and/or plastics.

• Quality Operations: Communicates across departments and teams, to ensure a smooth workflow. Proactively reviews reject areas to ensure targets are achieved.

• Quality Knowledge: Read and interpret engineering drawings and quality standards. Able to inspect parts or machine to determine conformity.

• Safety: Proactive in managing safety standards and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Foster psychological safety and team engagement, ensuring open communication and collaboration across diverse groups.

• Process Improvement: Evaluates production methods and maintains focus, with team input, on promoting the continuous improvement of processes and products utilising lean, Six Sigma and drive innovation.

• Prioritisation: Self-motivated and able to proactively manage multiple priorities.

• Must be willing to work a multi-shift pattern.

What You May Have:

• Assembly and rework experience of Caterpillar machines.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

What You Will Get

One Company, Limitless Opportunities

Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, Bonus, Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%, Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc.

Posting Dates:

May 1, 2025 - May 16, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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