Manufacturing Engineering Technician (12 months)

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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.

Role Definition:

Performs basic activities to assist in the manufacture and assembly of various products per established facility processes including set-up, calibration, testing, maintenance and production operation.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Operating basic production equipment and tools in the manufacture, assembly and packaging of various products.

• Following engineering drawings, guidelines, diagrams and schematics to ensure product and customer specifications and tolerance levels are met.

• Assisting as part of manufacturing team in modifying existing equipment or designing new equipment for continual manufacturing process improvement, as well as quality control and in-process production testing.

• Identifies waste in production system and can action change to remove it.

• Creation of manufacturing documentation, providing production tooling, implementation of new process change and related activities.

• Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them

• Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process

• Conducting basic equipment calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, spares, and sustained production.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Proven mechanical background in a production/manufacturing environment.

• Computer literate with working knowledge of Windows packages.

• The ability to communicate at all levels with both internal/external customers and suppliers.

• Able to work alone as well as part of a team.

• Excellent organisation skills to manage and prioritise workloads.

• Be self-motivated and can work on your own initiative.

Desired Qualifications/skills:

• Use of 2D & 3D modelling

• Use of Teamcenter

• Standard work, PFMEA’s, Control Plans, ergonomic assessments, knowledge of Manufacturing tools

• Knowledge of Smart tooling solutions

• Understanding of lean principles

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Salary: £26,784.11 rising to £28,153.18 once competencies completed.

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vison & Dental schemes, Green Car Scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website

Contract: 12 months

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Hours: Full/ Time - 37.5

Travel: Not required

Closing Date: 21st May

Job Reference: R0000255389

About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. 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.
For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers
succeed.
Your Impact 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.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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