**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) **Salary:** £27,855 rising to £29,279 when role objectives are reached **Contract** : Full time & permanent **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** , 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 machine. Face to face interviews wc **25 November** **Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.** **What You Will Get** The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build on the skills they have by working with a variety of different functional areas, allowing them to develop their understanding of the wider business requirements. Becoming a member of a skilled, diverse and inclusive team that will provide a good foundation for future career development within Caterpillar. **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 **Closing** **Date** : Thursday 14 November **Posting Dates:** October 31, 2024 - November 14, 2024 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .