Job Description GENERAL OPERATIVE SANDIACRE, NOTTINGHAM UP TO £31,940 DOE (INCLUDING SHIFT ALLOWANCE) 3 Shift Pattern: Days: Monday to Thursday, 06:00 – 13:40 & Friday 06:00 – 13:00 Afters: Monday to Thursday, 13:35 – 21:15 & Friday 12:55 – 19:55 Nights: Monday to Thursday, 21:00 – 06:00 Progress Rail is looking to recruit a General Operative to operate machinery, hand tools and plant equipment as well as undertake other duties in alignment of the production plan. THE ROLE: As a General Operative you will be required to: Work under the direction of Team Leader/ Production Supervisor as required. Use correct measuring tools for the task in hand (including tape, verniers, calipers, gauges, and templates). Safely operate multiple machines once training has been provided, such as bandsaws, portable saws, presses, forge, flash butt welding, Electro slag welding) Use hand grinding tools, such as angle grinders and die grinders. Operates overhead cranes to move rails and products onto machines or as required within training methods provided. Ensure compliance with Company procedures as required, including quality, safety, and environmental management processes. Maintain a tidy working environment in accordance with Company and legislative requirements. Assess and prioritise work tasks to facilitate minimum machine down time and ensure workflow continuity. Safe use of Fork/Sideloader vehicles (if required) THE CANDIDATE: The ideal general Operative: Awareness of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality issues Self-motivated / proactive attitude, with the ability to quickly adapt to changing production priorities Basic engineering qualification or experience Able to read and work to engineering drawings Ability to work under pressure to deadlines and targets Experience in the use of hand/power tools (desirable) BENEFITS: Up to £31,940 DOE (including shift allowance) Company funded external qualifications, where relevant for the role Annual professional membership funded by the Company, where relevant for the role 33 days holiday per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank/public holidays) Company pension scheme with 5% employee and 7% employer contribution As a member of the Group Personal Pension Plan employee covered by the Company funded life assurance for 3½ times salary Access to employee discounts hub Discounted healthcare cash plan Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme Various employee recognition schemes ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL: Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations. Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES: Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture. HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre factory. We would politely request no agencies please.