Test and Rigging Operative - Engines

An opportunity has arisen for a Test & Rigging operator, working within the Test Department of the Shrewsbury business. We are looking for a versatile individual who can work throughout the Test department, for roles of the grade highlighted. We would love a self-starter with the enthusiasm and tenacity to succeed. We are looking for someone pro-active with a thorough approach to the rigging and testing of various Engine & Transmission and Terrier arrangements, verse the current EAS.

You should have the ability to navigate various business systems and provide clear and concise input to the Assembly and support groups as and when required. Additional training, if needed will be provided to the successful candidate.

Additional Info : This role enjoys a 4-day week, the working shift pattern is 07:30 to 17:15 Monday to Thursday and Non-Working day on Friday.

What You Will Do:

• Ensuring product is always handled in a safe manner around the Test Department.


• Raise Safety, Environmental and Ergonomic concerns immediately using the appropriate platforms.


• Manage activity as required in the Bay or Cell, as requested by the Team Leader in the morning brief.


• The safe use of various cranes, vehicles, and hand tools in and around the Test Department.


• Ensuring full & accurate detail is logged into the Test systems, allowing full traceability thereafter.


• Provide verbal and hands on assistance to Assembly and support teams as required.


• Provide initial & ongoing training to new team members.
  
  Willingness and enthusiasm to succeed and complete tasks to deadlines.


• Good planning and organizational skills are required, as are teamwork skills.


• Proactive Safety approach to situations.


• Ability to use on-site vehicles: A1 / A2 pedestrian trucks for material movement and cell loading.


• Demonstrated familiarity with rigging of Engines or Transmissions.


• Demonstrated familiarity with EAS (Engine Acceptance Schedules) and TCDM.


• Demonstrated familiarity with QAD-EE.
  
  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., Caterpillar Defense at Shrewsbury is responsible for the design, development and integration of engine and drivetrain packages to meet the needs of tracked and wheeled military products globally. The facility also provides remanufacturing services of industrial military engines, components and transmissions., You will join an established global brand to work on product for the British military. In this role you will be provided with the opportunity to develop your skills on several different processes, which will support you to gain invaluable experience to set you up for future career development within Caterpillar.

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.

This job is subject to U.S. and U.K. rules concerning the export and protection of controlled or protected technologies or information, including, but not limited to, U.S. State Department regulations at International Traffic in Arms (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. 120 et. seq.; the Export Administration Regulation, 15 C.F.R. 730-774; and the Foreign Assets Control Regulations, 31 C.F.R. 500-598, and the United Kingdom Official Secrets Act 1989 (collectively, "Export Control and Protection of Information Laws"), and you may be subjected to additional security screening / checking.


• 25 days annual leave,


• Up to 4% 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 health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.


Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.