Calibration & Component Inspector

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Job Title: Calibration & Component Inspector

Hourly Rate: £15.23

Location : Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

Benefits: 21 days annual leave

4% bonus

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

Relocation/ Sponsorship: Not Supported in This Role .

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.

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Job Opportunity:

Caterpillar Shrewsbury are responsible for the design, development, and integration of engine and drivetrain packages to meet the needs of tracked and wheeled products globally. The facility also provides remanufacturing services of industrial engines, components, and transmissions.

An opportunity has become available for a Gauge Standards Room Inspector within the Inspection Department at Caterpillar Shrewsbury. Reporting to the Inspection Team Leader, the incumbent will be predominately responsible for calibration of Production & Inspection Gauges, precision engineering components, and supporting other activities within the Inspection Department, achieving quality and on time delivery to customer specifications. This is a challenging role and represents an exciting opportunity working as part of a highly focused team.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Undertake inspection measurement of precision Gauges using Precision instrumentation and Co-ordinated Measuring Machines, both Bridge & Articulated Arms, and tabletop inspection methods. I.e Calibration of Gauges.

• Undertake inspection measurement of precision components using Co-ordinated Measuring Machines, both Bridge & Articulated Arms, and tabletop inspection methods.

• Product & Process Audits, of components, assemblies, & bill of materials

• Undertake Tabletop inspection and Proofing of components, including crack and hardness testing.

• Book and comment on material using MRP systems e.g., MFG/PRO.

• Technically Support Quality & Design Engineers.

• Compile and Issue Initial Sample Inspection Reports and inspection audit reports.

• Complete Laboratory Analysis of fluids and materials.

Skills and Experience:

Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

• Having a recognised Engineering qualification eg apprenticeship.

• Ability to read Engineering drawings, and full understanding of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Practical experience in an Inspection role.

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Competent in communicating with engineers, suppliers & customers.

• Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise a varied range of work.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work on their own initiative.

• Excellent team player

Candidates may have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

• Computer literate. Including knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Literate in MRP systems (MFG/PRO)

• Industry experience in Manufacturing, Industrial, Automotive, or Aerospace.

• Experience with casting, machining and Assembly processes is highly desirable.

• Experience in NDT Crack Detection Methods

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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