Career Area: Operations
Job Description:
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.
What You Will Do
The Manufacturing Engineering Department at Caterpillar Leicester is involved in two areas of work: improving current manufacturing processes and designing/developing new processes and technologies before introducing them to the production environment.
As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician, you will provide day-to-day support to the operations teams for all products built at Building Construction Products, Leicester. You will assist in the creation, development, implementation, and documentation of new processes to optimize safety and efficiency across the Paint facility.
You will provide support for the design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions, systems, and advanced technology to deliver the Paint Optimus Project portfolio.
Work assignments may be specialized in nature but may also be broad-based with collaboration between teams to complete larger projects.
You will specifically be accountable for driving:
* Draft assembly processes to establish current process baseline.
* Support new process development of current products.
* Create, update and audit Standard Work documentation (including Risk Assessments).
* Make suggestions to support driving safety, quality & velocity improvements.
Basic Qualifications:
* Proficient in packaging specs and understanding of engineering drawings.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheet, data sort, graphs, basic formulas).
* Proficient in Microsoft Outlook & PowerPoint.
* The ability to work closely with others is imperative, requiring team participation to achieve the agreed objectives.
* Be self-motivated and have the ability to work on your own initiative.
* The ability to organize and manage your own workload.
* Previous experience of innovating and implementing new technologies, business improvement projects, and driving efficiency benefits.
Top Candidates may bring:
* Able to create and update Layout designs (AutoCAD).
* Proficient in Creo.
* Flexible approach to work.
* Proficient in MMR (Value & Nonvalue added).
* MTM (Method-Times Measurements) trained.
* Able to create Glovia purchase order requisitions.
* 6 Sigma Green Belt trained.
* Proficient in Geneo standard work, Risk assessments & Tool list creation.
* Able to complete workstation simulation & design (including tool station design).
* Previous experience using Six Sigma DMAIC, Porsche Lean or other Lean methodologies and tools.
Job Title: Lean Engineer
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £33,890 rising to £37,500 once fully competent
Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vision & Dental schemes, and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
Travel: No travel
Closing Date: 24th January
Job Reference: R0000286904
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 to contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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