Job Title
Quality Technician (PDI)
Salary
£28,969.63 - £30,450.48 when role objectives are reached + 20% shift allowance
Hours
Late Shift (multi-shift): 16:30 – 02:00 Monday to Thursday
Contract
Full time & permanent
Location
Desford, Leicestershire
The Opportunity
As a Quality Technician within Pre‑Delivery Inspection, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality of machines leaving the Desford facility, supporting continuous improvement and delivering products that meet the highest standards.
What You Will Do
- Conduct audits on parts and partially or fully built machines in line with takt time and inspection standard work.
- Record and maintain accurate defect data using electronic systems, manual processes, and visual management tools.
- Communicate quality issues clearly and support operational teams in resolving defects.
- Participate in defect investigations and improvement activities to address root causes.
- Support and guide new team members to uphold quality standards.
What You Can Demonstrate
- Audit & Quality Control: Conducts structured audits on components and machines, applying Built‑in Quality standards to consistently identify non‑conformances and ensure products meet required specifications before leaving the line.
- Defect Analysis: Identifies, records, and investigates defects using root cause analysis methods, enabling effective resolution and preventing repeat issues to improve overall product quality.
- Assembly Knowledge: Applies a practical understanding of assembly processes to assess build quality, ensuring inspections are accurate, efficient, and aligned to takt time and production requirements.
- Communication & Teamwork: Works collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to clearly communicate quality issues, support problem‑solving, and drive timely corrective actions that minimise disruption.
What You May Have
- Knowledge of PDI: Supports pre‑delivery inspection activities to validate machine readiness and ensure final products meet customer expectations.
- Attention to Detail: Maintains accurate and structured defect records, ensuring all quality checks are thorough and reliable to support traceability and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity to buy additional holiday
- 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
- Employee Support Networks – groups that offer support, connection, and a sense of community
- Optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc.
Travel
Not required for this role.
Posting Dates
June 3, 2026 – June 18, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
