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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.
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.
As an Operations Test Technician, you your primary role is to test, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul a variety of components to strict Safety & Quality requirements. As the Test Technician you will accumulate and record test data as required for each product tested, calibrate and maintain test stations whilst complying with all Quality Test processes and procedures.
You will assist in delivering daily Production requirements in terms of Quality and Quantity to meet Customer expectations. You will utilise Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques whilst operating to defined “takt times” and product sequences.
The successful candidate will partake in an in-depth, one week Induction to align your skills with our Company Standards.
What You Will Do
* Monitor the Production Process and carry out Testing and Quality checks
* Maintain working areas 5S
* Fit parts to machinery and equipment
* Make Quality Control checks on products
* Contribute to Continuous Improvement activities
* Perform evaluation, functional testing, and basic troubleshooting of product in a Quality manner, according to procedure, within time constraints, and whilst adhering to all Health, Safety and Environmental standards
* Perform in-process and or final assembly tests.
* Cross-train to learn the skills necessary to be competent in a variety of positions.
* Have the ability to collate data and perform failure analysis whilst making productive contributions
* Act and operate safely at all times, following Safety Procedures and requirements.
* Learn & Develop technically, understand basic circuits, read and interpret basic schematic drawings.
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 Have
* Demonstrable ability of operating technical IT testing equipment
* Operate to tight deadlines and cycle times
* Demonstrable high level of assembly or mechanical aptitude and accuracy
* Have a fully flexible approach to the job role & responsibilities (willing to work overtime)
* The ability to read, comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions/procedures
* Attention to detail, able to work with own initiative and self-motivated
* You will possess effective communication skills to liaise with various levels of the organization
What You May Have
* Previous experience within a manufacturing assembly environment including test equipment
* Technical degree OR electronic test and troubleshooting skills commensurate with a Technical degree with equivalent work experience.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
Job Title: Test Technician
Salary: £27,850 rising when role triggers are met to £29,270
Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Production Bonus, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Benefits scheme
Contract: Permanent
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
Travel: Not required
Closing Date: 11th June
Reference: R0000305358
CATERPILLAR
Caterpillar is a world leader in construction and mining equipment—creating innovative, cutting-edge products and services that help our customers build the world around us. With that level of impact comes the platform to care for the world, we work in. That’s why we lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.
Your Work Shapes the World
At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued, and are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high-performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the communities where we live and work.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Quality Assurance
* Industries
Construction and Machinery Manufacturing
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