Test/Repair Technician (afternoons) in Desford

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. Together, we are building a better world.

The Opportunity: As a Repair/ Test Technician on Telehandler Night Shift, you will operate as part of a team within the Test Booth & off-line process responsible for the fitment/rework and test of parts/products to Caterpillar's acceptance standards. The successful candidate will partake in an in-depth, one week Induction to align your skills with our Company Standards.

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

• Maintain working areas 5S
• Fit parts to machinery and equipment
• Functionality test and Drive test product
• Make Quality Control checks on products
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement activities
• Train/coach new Assembly Technicians within the area
• Undertake training and further learning as required

You will be expected to:

• Carry out fitment/rework and test of non-conformances raised during the assembly process, operating BCP built machines where required.
• Learn the skills necessary to be competent when facing a variety of reworks.
• Be able to collate data and perform failure analysis.
• Always act and operate safely, following Safety Procedures and requirements.
• Learn & Develop technically, understand basic circuits, read and interpret basic schematic drawings.
• Follow documented dynamic risk assessments to perform safe and defect free assembly of parts and components, using various hand/power tools and lifting equipment provided in the work area.
• Read schematic drawings to identify possible root cause of varying faults.

You should be able to:

• 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)
• Thorough working knowledge of the area and build experience of the workstations within which you will be working
• 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
• Willing to undertake required training/learning

Candidates may have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing assembly environment.
• Technical degree OR electronic test and troubleshooting skills commensurate with a Technical degree with equivalent work experience.

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.

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.

From day one, you’re set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience, competitive salary package, work-life balance and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100 company.