PATTERN MAKER x2
SOUTH QUEENSFERRY
£42,374 INCLUDING SHIFT ALLOWANCE
2 SHIFT PATTERN:
Morning: Monday to Thursday, 06:00 - 14:00 & Friday 06:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: Monday to Thursday, 14:00 - 23:15
Are you a skilled Pattern Maker looking for your next opportunity in a busy foundry?
Progress Rail Services UK is looking to recruit two Pattern Makers to work in a safe and productive manner, producing new and altering existing patterns, manufacture and install methods features and provide a service to the foundry. Update required inspection sheets and rectify any non-conformances reported in adherence to Company quality procedures. All within planned and agreed time scales and to the required quality standard.
THE ROLE:
As a Pattern Maker you will be required to:
Modify patterns to engineering drawings supplied
Complete inspection reports
Investigate and rectify, where required, any non-conformance's reported
Complete tasks to an agreed time scale to meet production requirements
Check plant and equipment are safe and fit for purpose prior to use
Liaise with foundry production personnel in order to progress castings through the foundry
Work within Health, Safety & Environmental procedures
Ensure the accurate use of the Time & Attendance systems
Respond professionally and innovatively to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers, ensuring that quality standards are never conceded
Be aware, and actively reduce the incident rate, of Non-Conforming errors within the team
Create a "Clean-as-you-go" policy and maintains W.I.P. and stock areas
Ensure plant and equipment is maintained safely and fit for purpose, reporting and resolving defects
Be willing to be trained in other production areas
Work to risk assessments and method statements where they are in place
Be flexible and willing to work additional hours where reasonably required
THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal Pattern Maker:
Time served in pattern making, ideally Apprentice trained or at least 4 years' experience working within a similar role
Ability to read and understand engineering and production drawings
Safety conscious with a knowledge of relevant Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality processes and legislation
Strong communication skills
Team player with the ability to collaborate with the Pattern Shop team and colleagues within our casting operations
Attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to deadlines and targets
BENEFITS:
Up to £42,374 including shift allowance
Tailored training to help you learn and develop
Company funded external qualifications (where relevant to the role)
Company pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted gym membership - up to 25% off across 4,000 UK gyms
Fuel Card - save 2-3p per litre on across 3,500 UK fuel stations including BP, Esso and Shell
Various employee recognition schemes
ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.
Progress Rail's deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site.
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