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Pattern Maker
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Global leader in rail transport solutions, offering locomotive, railcar, and track services.
Produce/modify casting patterns, ensure quality, and coordinate with foundry.
4 days ago ago
£37,449
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Queensferry, Scotland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Locomotive and railcar repair
Engineering & Track Services
Signal design, installation & maintenance
Trackwork & infrastructure services
Rail welding services
Parts supply & aftermarket support
Maintenance‑of‑Way equipment services
Recycling services
+1 more
Sector Specialisms
Railroad
Transit Systems
Infrastructure
Rolling Stock
Heavy Haul Railways
Transit Railways
Locomotive Engines
Trackwork
+17 more
Role
Description
non-conformance
inspection reports
time attendance
foundry liaison
equipment safety
pattern modification
Investigate and rectify, where required, any non-conformance’s reported
Respond professionally and innovatively to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers, ensuring that quality standards are never conceded
Complete inspection reports
Be aware, and actively reduce the incident rate, of Non-Conforming errors within the team
Ensure the accurate use of the Time & Attendance systems
Liaise with foundry production personnel in order to progress castings through the foundry
Check plant and equipment are safe and fit for purpose prior to use
Ensure plant and equipment is maintained safely and fit for purpose, reporting and resolving defects
Complete tasks to an agreed time scale to meet production requirements
Create a “Clean-as-you-go” policy and maintains W.I.P. and stock areas
Modify patterns to engineering drawings supplied
Work within Health, Safety & Environmental procedures
Work to risk assessments and method statements where they are in place
Requirements
pattern making
apprentice
communication
team player
safety conscious
prioritisation
Time served in pattern making, ideally Apprentice trained or at least 4 years’ experience working within a similar role
Strong communication skills
Be willing to be trained in other production areas
Attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to read and understand engineering and production drawings
Team player with the ability to collaborate with the Pattern Shop team and colleagues within our casting operations
Safety conscious with a knowledge of relevant Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality processes and legislation
Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to deadlines and targets
Benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Various employee recognition schemes
Company funded external qualifications (where relevant to the role)
Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary
Tailored training to help you learn and develop
Pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
Up to £37,449 DOE + shift allowance
Discounted gym membership – up to 25% off across 4,000 UK gyms
Fuel Card – save 2-3p per litre on across 3,500 UK fuel stations including BP, Esso and Shell
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Operates as a pioneer in rail transport, offering comprehensive solutions across the rail industry.
Provides cutting-edge locomotive, railcar, and track services to railroads and industries globally.
Designs and manufactures advanced locomotives, signaling systems, and specialized rail components.
Key projects encompass freight and passenger systems, including custom-engineered solutions and maintenance.
Recognized for combining robust technology with extensive rail network experience.
Expands its global reach through Caterpillar's resources to create innovative rail solutions.
Maintains strong positions in both freight and passenger rail markets, emphasizing reliability and efficiency.
Ensures high standards of quality and safety in all operations, focusing on continuous improvement.
Culture + Values
75% Recycled Inputs
Recycled Material Usage
This company uses 75% of its inputs for new rail products from recycled material.
10+ Years Extended Life
Locomotive Life Extension
The company extends the life of locomotives through modernization, rebuilding, overhauling, and repowering.
Sustainability is part of who we are and what we do every single day.
Reconditioning or repairing freight cars and components to optimize asset lifecycle.
End‑of‑life locomotives and railcars are recycled through comprehensive scrap management.
SkyTrim OEM remanufacturing program reduces the need for new products through reuse.
Environment + Sustainability
30% Emission Cut
GHG Reduction Target
Commitment to reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 to 2030.
50% Landfill Reduction
Waste Management Goal
Aim to reduce landfill intensity by 50% from 2018 to 2030.
75% GHG Savings
Rail Freight Efficiency
Rail freight operations use up to 75% less GHG per ton compared to truck transport.
82% CO₂ Reduction
Manufacturing Efficiency
Progress Rail rebuilds have reduced CO₂ emissions from manufacturing by 82%.
All new products through 2030 will be more sustainable than previous generation
Testing high-level renewable fuel blends (up to 100% bio-based diesel) with CN partnership
Developing and deploying battery-electric and hybrid locomotives (including zero-exhaust battery switcher, mainline hybrid and EMD Joule)
Contracts to supply zero-exhaust battery locos to Pacific Harbor Line, BNSF and Aurizon
Net-zero target aligned with Caterpillar: double-checked parent’s net-zero ambition (Cat targets net-zero operations by…)
Inclusion & Diversity
23%
Global workforce gender split
Approximately 23% of the global workforce is women, reflecting the current gender distribution across operations.
2030
Women in salaried roles target
Aim to increase representation of women in salaried roles by 2030, aligning with broader diversity goals.
Shares global DEI strategy with no site-specific breakdown.
No gender statistics publicly disclosed at the Progress Rail level.
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