Quality Technician (IQA) - Afternoons - 4 Day Week
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Job Title
Quality Technician (IQA) - Afternoons
Salary
£27,855.48 rising to £29,279.31 when role objectives are reached
Contract
Full time & Permanent
Hours
Monday to Wednesday: 16:30 - 02:30 & Thursday: 16:30 - 02:00
Location
Desford, Leicestershire
The Opportunity
As a Quality Technician in Internal Quality Audit within the Quality department you will support the maintenance and improvement of machine quality leaving the Desford facility. You conduct audits on parts and partially or fully built machines to a takt time following inspection standard work.
What You Will Do
* Conduct audits on parts, partially or fully built machines following inspection standard work.
* Record defect information in detail via electronic, manual processes or visual boards.
* Investigate, analyse and identify Root Cause, and operate the NCM (Non‑Confirming Material) process.
* Conduct basic visual and dimensional inspection as part of investigations.
* Rework parts and machines as required.
* Proactively protect the quality of machines and parts.
What You Can Demonstrate
* Communicates across departments and teams to ensure a smooth workflow and proactively reviews quality data to ensure metrics are met.
* Interprets engineering drawings and quality standards and inspects parts or machine to determine conformity.
* Manages safety standards, complies with health, safety and environmental regulations and promotes psychological safety and team engagement.
* Evaluates production methods and drives continuous improvement using lean, Six Sigma and innovation.
* Self‑motivated and able to proactively manage multiple priorities.
What You May Have
* Previous Material Requirements Planning System (Glovia) experience.
* Knowledge of reading engineering drawings, print reading and GD&T.
* Skilled at using dimensional inspection tools.
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Production bonus.
* Contributory pension scheme – Caterpillar will double the employees contribution up to 10%.
* Contributory share scheme – Caterpillar will match 50% of the employees contribution.
* Optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease, etc.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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