Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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'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, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Job Title: Dimensional Inspector (Quality Support)
Salary: £33,800 and rising to £37,500 when role triggers are met
Contract: Full time & permanent
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
The Opportunity
As Dimensional Inspector, within Building Construction Products (BCP) you will support as we seek to maintain and improve the quality of machines leaving the Desford facility.
What you will do:
As a Dimensional Inspector, you are accountable for, but not limited to:
* Perform audits on parts, partially or fully built machines, following inspection standard work.
* Measure parts or fully built machines and write detailed reports on the measurements performed.
* Record defect information meticulously via electronic, manual processes, or visual boards, and communicate defects clearly to other areas.
* Provide detailed quality feedback and support area personnel as issues arise.
* Participate in defect investigations, component inspections, and projects as required, utilizing advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
* Support and train new team members, adhering to all local processes and procedures.
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:
* Ability to read and follow standard work procedures, and interpret Caterpillar drawings with a basic understanding of GD&T.
* Keen attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
* Proactively look to enhance the build quality of our machines, with self-motivation.
* Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.
What You May Have:
* Operations experience.
* Previous Quality experience
* Use of Electronic Measurement Tools.
* Measurement experience
* Use of PolyWorks software
Interview Process: Informational Interviews and on-site face to face interviews
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
Travel: Not required
Posting Dates:
May 1, 2025 - May 16, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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