Manufacturing Technician

This is a great opportunity to join the manufacturing engineering team at the Shrewsbury Facility during an exciting period of growth. The business unit is transitioning from a traditional stall build process to an MES integrated assembly flowline due to an increase in customer demand. Reporting to the manufacturing engineer the successful candidate will be an integral part of the project team tasked with implementing the new assembly line and test facility. In this varied role you will also offer technical expertise at product level on the shop floor, becoming the go to person for problem resolution, while identifying new opportunities for process improvement. What you will do

• Provide technical support to the manufacturing engineer through data analytics and problem solving.
• Providing support for continuous improvement processes
• Train, coach and provide feedback to the Operations team on the assembly process.
• Define and optimize assembly process steps and standard work based on best practice.
• Review assembly processes to keep team focused on key priorities and improvement objectives.
• Perform audits to ensure materials, processes, and tools conform to quality standards.
• Submit and assist with the resolution of continuous improvement ideas.
• Provide information to supervisors and managers about processes within assigned area.
• Respond to engineering related line calls to support the assembly process.
• Investigate and resolve Manufacturing Engineering defects and other quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate and support Failure mode analysis such as safety and process FMEA activities.
• Assist in the development and improving of work instructions and standard work for the assembly processes.
• Design, develop and identify appropriate tooling for new and existing assembly processes.
• Carry out investigations and repairs on warranty engines in the field.
  
  Standard technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21 (Apprenticeship relevant to the role)
• Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent Certification.
• Demonstrate planning, organising skills, adaptability, and flexibility.
• Team player resilience with customer focus efforts.
• Experience as a skilled person within engine assembly or test.
Top candidates will also have
• Formal lean, six sigma, lean six sigma training.
• Familiarity of production and manufacturing routings
• MRP experience
• Experience of new product introduction
• Project management experience
  
  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 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. That's why we lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build. What will Caterpillar do for you? 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. You power our success, and we are committed to empowering yours. After all, when your work can impact the entire world, it's important to do work that matters.


• 25 days annual leave,
• Annual bonus 5%
• Contributory pension scheme- Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%
• Contributory share scheme- Caterpillar will matched 50% of the employee's contribution.
• CAT Flexible Benefits (contains amongst other benefits, the option to purchase private healthcare, dental care and extra annual leave with business conditions allowing)
Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.