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.

Primary roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Carry out pre delivery inspections (PDI) on finished product in accordance with MQ5000
• Support root cause analysis of operational quality issues associated with product non-conformances
• 6 sigma rapid improvement workshop (RIW) involvement
• NPI support
• Value stream quality support
• Support and carry out lean BIQ (Built in Quality) defect investigations
• Complete 0-3 MIS (Months in service) field defect investigations plus containment on Ready To Ship (RTS) machines

Skills, experiences, and qualifications you must have:

• Demonstrable product knowledge within construction and/or heavy goods industries
• Good knowledge of assembly processes
• Sound knowledge of engineering drawings, standards and specifications
• Previous or current product inspection experience
• Keen eye for detail and customer focussed
• Experience of recording product related defects and supporting the resolution of these
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of quality systems including testing and inspection
• Strong decision-making skills, highly motivated and forward thinking

Skills, experiences, and qualifications you may have:

• HNC, HND, or NVQ certification
• Prior involvement with value stream teams and problem-solving activities
• Experience of working on inspection processes (BIQ/IPV/Quality Gates)
• Experiencing in coaching and development of employees in assembly or inspection functions
• Good observation analytical skills
• Knowledge and/or experience of Lean 6 Sigma tools and techniques
• NEBOSH/IOSH qualification and/or can demonstrate a positive attitude towards safety
• AT Driver trained

Internal candidates must have satisfactorily completed a minimum of one years’ service in their current position to apply for another role, or have obtained, in writing, authorisation from their manager to waive this requirement.

Internal candidates should always inform their manager prior to applying for any new role.

Internal candidates must not have any live disciplinaries or be on a performance action plan.

Posting Dates:

November 24, 2025 - November 24, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.