Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
**Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. **
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
As a Quality Technician within Major Repair, you will support as we seek to maintain and improve the quality of machines leaving the Desford facility.
**As Quality Technician, your accountabilities will include, but are not limited to: **
- Conduct audits on fully built and machines undergoing repair following inspection standard work.
- Record defect information in detail via electronic, manual processes or visual boards.
- Clearly communicate defects to other areas and support area personnel as issues arise.
- Participate in defect investigations and projects as required.
- Support and train new team members.
- Keep the work area clean, tidy and safe in line with 5S and total preventative maintenance (TPM).
- Adhere to the company's Health & Safety policy and safe working practice.
**The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. **
What you can demonstrate:
- Minimum 6 months of Quality Gate experience at Caterpillar.
- Experience of the Built in Quality process, reporting defects and root cause analysis.
- Possess a good understanding of assembly operations practices and process.
- As a team member the ability to work closely with others is imperative, requiring team participation to achieve the agreed goals
- Self-motivated, with the flexibility to deal with independent and team behaviours.
- Highly organised and a keen attention to detail.
- Must be flexible and support extra hours if required.
- Attention to detail with excellent communication skills.
- A desire to help improve the build quality of our machines.
Note: Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
**Job Title: **Quality Technician Major Repair
**Salary: **£27,000 rising to £28,500
Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, Bonus, Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%, Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc.
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
Contract: Permanent
Travel: Not required
**About Caterpillar **
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
**Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. **
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visit https://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers/why-caterpillar.html
What you will get
One Company, Limitless Opportunities
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
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Posting Dates:
May 20, 2026 - June 2, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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