Manufacturing Engineering Support Technician

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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Support Technician
Salary: starting £27,800 and rising to £29,200 when role triggers are met
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
Full Time: 37.50 (Working Hours: Mon-Thurs 07:30 - 16:30, Fri 07:30 - 11:00)

The Opportunity
Are you someone who is looking to join a team that is leading change and innovation? We are looking for a proactive Manufacturing Engineering Support Technician who is ready to join our world class manufacturing facility. You will be of a highly focused team of Engineers and Technicians within the Manufacturing Engineering department whose work leads the implementation of the latest manufacturing technologies and introducing the latest machines.

What You Will Do:
As Manufacturing Engineering Support Technician, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Driving manufacturing best practices into the production environment.

• Complete root cause analysis for quality & inefficiency improvements to implement robust process containment measures.

• Facilitate the development of manufacturing process solutions work with functional teams, using a range of tool e.g. process flows, PFMEA's, control plans. Promote lean and quality as a focus within the business.

• CAD software utilisation; Design of jigs, fixtures, updating floorplans and completing virtual builds.

• Adhere to the company's Health and Safety policy and safe working practices.

• Adhere to Caterpillar's Values in Action: Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, Teamwork, & Sustainability.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

What You May Have:

• Good understanding of building and construction equipment Assembly, Test or Finish processes and production

• Strong understanding of Health & Safety Awareness and Controls Safety.

• Working knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter would be advantageous.

• Experience of quality concern resolution with tools such as 8D, 5why, fishbone diagrams and other appropriate quality tools

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.

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, Production 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: up to 5% with this role within the UK may include other facilities as and when required

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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