Pattern Shop Technician

PATTERM SHOP TECHNICIAN FOUNDRY SANDIACRE, NOTTINGHAM COMPETITIVE SALARY Progress Rail are looking to recruit a Pattern Shop Technician to lead the pattern shop team in producing new and developing existing patterns, within planned time scales and to the required quality in a hands on manner. THE ROLE: As a Pattern Shop Technician you will be required to: Ensure that those in the Pattern Shop work safely at all times and are adequately trained for the work. Concentrating on housekeeping, safe working instruction training and continual improvement. Ensure that safety and environmental requirements are met and that employees work to the Company procedures and legislation by fostering a safety first approach to undertaking work. Ensure quality standards are met in the pattern shop Allocation of work to individuals Ensures that risk assessments and method statements are in place where necessary in the pattern shop Ensure plant and equipment is maintained safely and fit for purpose, reporting and resolving defects Undertakes and briefs relevant risk assessments as appropriate, ensuring safe systems of work are in place. Undertakes development and refurbishment of patterns from 2D drawings using wood and resins Communicate with other departments and expedite service, information and materials Provides training and instruction to team members in line with the relevant job specification and/or training plan Liaises with Foundry production personnel in order to progress patterns through the foundry processes as efficiently as possible Plans and organises section workload ensuring timescales are met including undertaking pattern making operations Ensures all administration is maintained to a high level. Works with the Production teams to ensure continuous improvement in work practices to reduce costs and improve productivity Capable of marking out and preparing inspection reports from castings. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal Pattern Shop Technician: Knowledge of relevant Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality processes and legislation Time served (C&G etc.) or at least 5 years experience as a proficient operator in pattern making operations with a knowledge of foundry production processes e.g. methoding, moulding and split lines Able to prioritise and work under pressure to deadlines and targets Computer literate. Knowledge of Risk Assessment Good organisation skills 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 up to a 7% employer contribution As a member of the Group Personal Pension Plan employee covered by the Company funded life assurance for 3 times salary Fuel card which provides discount on fuel at petrol stations across the UK 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. TPBN1_UKTJ