Machine Shop Technician

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

The Role

Overview

Operate and maintain the machine shop, ensuring safety, quality, and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • time attendance
  • process improvement
  • hse compliance
  • quality assurance
  • equipment maintenance
  • customer service

Tasks

-Ensure the accurate use of the Time & Attendance systems -Solve production problems and continuously improve in all areas of operation. -Work within Health, Safety & Environmental procedures -Adhere to safety, health, environmental and quality policies and procedures -Be aware, and actively reduce the incident rate, of Non-Conforming errors within the team -Maintain and promote a safe and tidy working environment in accordance with company and legislative requirements. -Respond professionally and innovatively to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers, ensuring that quality standards are never conceded. -Promote and adhere to the ‘Values in Action’. -Operate in accordance with the Company Quality Assurance System and help to improve/develop processes. -Ensure plant and equipment is maintained safely and fit for purpose, reporting and resolving defects -Create a “Clean-as-you-go” policy and maintains W.I.P. and stock areas

Requirements

  • deadlines
  • communication
  • qualifications
  • mechanical aptitude
  • detail
  • independence

What You Bring

-Ability to work under pressure to set deadlines -Willingness to be trained in other production areas -Communication skills -Company funded external qualifications, where relevant for the role -Maths-based mechanical aptitude -Attention to detail -Structure and prioritise work in a logical and orderly manner to achieve business & personal objectives. -Ability to work with minimal supervision

Benefits

-Various employee recognition schemes -Company pension scheme with up to a 7% employer contribution -Incredible development and career growth - tailored training to help you learn and progress -Annual professional membership funded by the Company, where relevant for the role -Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme -Discounted healthcare cash plan -Access to employee discounts hub -As a member of the Group Personal Pension Plan employee covered by the Company funded life assurance for 3½ times salary

The Company

About Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Railroad

Transit Systems

Infrastructure

Rolling Stock

Heavy Haul Railways

Transit Railways

Locomotive Engines

Trackwork

Rail Components

Rail Fasteners

Rail Welding Equipment

Railroad Signals

Communication Products

Maintenance of Way Power

Diesel-Electric Locomotives

Auxiliary Power

Head-End Power

Diesel Hydraulic Systems

Diesel Mechanical Systems

Power Solutions

Emissions-Compliant Engines

Rail Welding

Railcar Remanufacturing

Specialty Trackwork

Rail Materials