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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: Quality Technician (Weld) - Days
Salary: £27,855 rising to £29,279 when role objectives are reached
Contract: Full time & permanent
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
The Opportunity
As Quality Technician (Weld) in within the Quality department you will support as we seek to maintain and improve the quality of machines leaving the Desford facility. You will perform MIG and MAG Weld, Weld Finish, Stud Weld, Thread Tapping and Stud/Bolt Extraction techniques and other repair processes as needed.
What You Will Do
As a Quality Technician (Weld), you are accountable for, but not limited to:
* Rework parts and machines as required (Tasks may include: Tapping, drilling, grinding, welding, cutting, fettling metal and/or plastics depending on task).
* Record defect information in detail via electronic, manual processes or visual boards.
* Determine conformity of parts and machines investigate, analyse and identify Root Cause, and operate the NCM (Non-Confirming Material) process.
* Conduct Basic visual and dimensional inspection as part of investigations.
* Read and interpret Engineering 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 Can Demonstrate
* Repair Processes: MIG and MAG Welding Certification and weld finish experience. Perform the following job-specific tasks: Tapping, drilling, grinding, welding, cutting, fettling metal and/or plastics.
* Quality Operations: Communicates across departments and teams, to ensure a smooth workflow. Proactively reviews reject areas to ensure targets are achieved.
* Quality Knowledge: Read and interpret engineering drawings and quality standards. Able to inspect parts or machine to determine conformity.
* Safety: Proactive in managing safety standards and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Foster psychological safety and team engagement, ensuring open communication and collaboration across diverse groups.
* Process Improvement: Evaluates production methods and maintains focus, with team input, on promoting the continuous improvement of processes and products utilising lean, Six Sigma and drive innovation.
* Prioritisation: Self-motivated and able to proactively manage multiple priorities.
What You May Have
* Assembly and rework experience of Caterpillar machines.
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
July 8, 2025 - July 23, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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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