Role
Robot Technician - Tooling & Robotics, Fixed until 01/11/2027
Rate
Up to £39.10 plus regular overtime and monthly bonuses
Trade Test Payment
£150.00, subject to successfully passing the trade test and then starting with us.
Company
Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat® Articulated Trucks, currently producing 7 variants used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and a state‑of‑the‑art paint plant.
Benefits
* Easily accessible via public transport
* Free on‑site parking / bike‑shed
* Free tea and coffee
* On‑site occupational health
* Paid holiday (incl. public holidays)
* 1 additional holiday added every 2 years to allowance for service (max 5)
* Monthly performance lead bonus including monthly attendance bonus to boost earnings
* Full induction and ongoing training
* Potential to be made permanent with our client
* Free on‑site car parking and access to an on‑site gym
* Randstad Flexible Benefits App (discounts at major shops, restaurants, and cinemas)
* Employee assistance programmes (financial and counselling services)
Pay Rates
* Day Shift: £19.55 per hour
* Afternoon Shift: £23.46 per hour
* Night Shift: £26.39 per hour
* Overtime 1.5 (Mon‑Sat): £29.33 per hour
* Overtime 2 (Sun): £39.10 per hour
* Opportunity to increase pay after a suitable period to £20.75 basic, £24.90 back shift and £28.01 night shift
Shift Schedule
* Days: Monday – Thursday, 08:00‑16:00. Friday, 08:00‑12:30
* Back shift: Monday – Thursday, 16:00‑00:00. Friday, 12:30‑17:00
* Night shift: Monday – Thursday, 00:00‑08:00. Friday, 17:00‑21:30
Job Duties
Include but not limited to:
* Programming of ABB, Cloos and Fanuc arc welding robots and ABB Paint Robots
* Assist in the development of optimised programming strategies for new and existing robot cells
* Provide close daily production support to Fabrication Supervisors for all aspects of Quality, Cost, Delivery and Safety, related to robot cells
* Assist in the development of specifications for new robot cells
* Work closely with area manufacturing engineers to assist in the development and/or improvement of fabrication assembly jigs for components to be robot welded
* Assist in the specification, development, and improvement of robot cell safety systems
* Identify and develop improvements to robot programmes to increase OEE performance. This may include air‑cut time reductions, weld cycle time improvements, total weld ratio improvements, robot weld quality improvements, reduction of all losses – weld defects, rework, cycle stoppages, etc.
Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience
* Previous experience as a Robot Operator, programmer, or support engineer
* Time‑served welder, fabricator, or paint technician with experience of heavy fabrications, robotic paint plant processes, MIG welding experience, or relative experience in a heavy fabrication environment
* Strong communication skills
* Must be self‑motivated, flexible (able to work across 3 shifts) and able to work in a team environment
Application Process
Applicants will need to pass a skills test. Please be aware that PPE is mandatory on the factory floor, including ear defenders, overalls and safety boots and will be supplied to you.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, if you haven't heard back from us within 2 weeks please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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