PATTERN MAKER
SOUTH QUEENSFERRY
£36,500 DEPENDING ON EXPEREINCE
Progress Rail are looking to recruit a Pattern Maker to work in a safe and productive manner, producing new and altering existing patterns, manufacture and install methods features and provide a service to the foundry. Update required inspection sheets and rectify any non-conformances reported in adherence to Company quality procedures. All within planned and agreed time scales and to the required quality standard.
THE ROLE:
As a Pattern Maker you will be required to:
Working to risk assessments and method statements where they are in place
Modify patterns to engineering drawings supplied
Complete inspection reports
Investigate and rectify, where required, any non-conformances reported
Complete tasks to an agreed time scale to meet production requirements
Checking plant and equipment are safe and fit for purpose prior to use
Liaise with foundry production personnel in order to progress castings through the foundry
Flexible and willing to work additional hours where reasonably required
Work within Health, Safety & Environmental procedures
Ensures the accurate use of the Time & Attendance systems
Respond professionally and innovatively to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers, ensuring that quality standards are never conceded.
Is aware, and actively reduces the incident rate, of Non-Conforming errors within the team.
Creates a Clean-as-you-go policy and maintains W.I.P. and stock areas
Ensure plant and equipment is maintained safely and fit for purpose, reporting and resolving defects.
Willingness to be trained in other production areas.
THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal Pattern Maker:
- A time served Pattern Maker, ideally Apprentice trained or at least 4 years experience working within a Pattern Maker role
- Ability to read and understand engineering and production drawings
- Safety conscious with a knowledge of relevant Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality processes and legislation
- Strong communication skills
- Team player with the ability to collaborate with the Pattern Shop team and colleagues within our casting operations
- Attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to deadlines and targets
BENEFITS:
Incredible development and career growth - tailored training to help you learn and progress
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 3 times salary
Access to employee discounts hub
Discounted healthcare cash plan
Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme
Various employee recognition schemes
A BIT 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 Rails 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.
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