Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Moulding Operative
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Job Description
MOULDING OPERATIVE
SOUTH QUEENSFERRY
£31,370 DOE (INCLUDING SHIFT ALLOWANCE)
2 SHIFT PATTERN:
- Morning: Monday to Thursday, 05:30 - 14:45
- Afternoon: Monday to Thursday, 14:30 - 23:45
Progress Rail Services UK is looking to recruit a Moulding Operative to ensure that the safety and production procedures within the moulding shop are carried out in accordance with the relevant risk assessments and work instructions.
THE ROLE:
As a Moulding Operative you will be required to:
- Maintain and promote a safe and tidy working environment in accordance with company and legislative requirements
- Operate in accordance with the Company Quality Assurance System and help to improve/develop processes
- Solve production problems and continuously improve in all areas of operation
- Structure and prioritise work in a logical and orderly manner to achieve business & personal objectives
- Work within Health, Safety & Environmental procedures
- Ensure 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
- Actively reduce the incident rate, of Non-Conforming errors within the team
- Create 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
- Show willingness to be trained in other production areas
- Carry out any other duties deemed reasonable by the business
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THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal Moulding Operative:
- Knowledge of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality regulations
- Reliable
- Team player
- Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to deadlines and targets
- Excellent attention to detail
BENEFITS:
- Up to £31,370 DOE (including shift allowance)
- Company funded external qualifications, where relevant for the role
- Tailored training to help you learn and develop
- Company pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
- Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership – up to 25% off across 4,000 UK gyms
- Fuel Card – save 2-3p per litre on across 3,500 UK fuel stations including BP, Esso and Shell
- 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.
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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 Andrew Mackay at our South Queensferry site.
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