Foundry Operative

Foundry Operative Nottingham, England

Progress Rail
Full Time Nottingham, England 21919 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Who is Progress Rail? What do we do?

We are Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, specialists in precision heavy engineering. One of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit systems products worldwide. From our UK manufacturing operations in Nottingham, Sheffield and South Queensferry we supply a range of specialist products into the rail network in the UK and overseas.

As an industry leader we are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring continued success for the future. Build a long-term career with helpful training, supportive mentors, professional development, and study assistance support.

The Role:

We are recruiting for a self-motivated and driven individual to develop their career at Progress Rail. You will work and be trained in various job activities within the foundry, increasing your skill levels as training is provided. You will ensure all safety training is undertaken and understood before commencing any job, whilst maintaining quality standards.

Various job activities include:

  • Topping
  • Core making
  • Moulding
  • Fettling
  • Melting
  • Casting
  • Weights

Skills and Experience:

  • Prior experience of Foundry processes (Desirable)
  • Highly motivated – able to work as part of a team as well as the initiative to work alone as and when required
  • Effective time management – able to work within tight timescales in line with production requirements/needs
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong team player
  • Strong problem-solving skills

What you’ll get in return:

In addition to working for an industry leader, with a great working environment and knowledgeable colleagues, we also offer:

  • Highly competitive and negotiable salaries, depending on suitability and experience
  • Company funded external qualifications
  • 33 days holiday per annum, pro rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
  • Company pension scheme with up to a 7% employer contribution
  • Company funded life assurance of 3 times your annual salary
  • Professional and leadership development
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to a variety of discounts on your favourite shops, car insurance, holidays and much more via Caterpillar Advantage
  • Employee recognition scheme

What’s next?

Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on an inclusive workforce and culture.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £21,919.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Flexitime
  • Free parking
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Private dental insurance
  • Private medical insurance
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay
  • Store discount
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • Flexitime
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Experience:

  • Foundry: 1 year (preferred)
  • Engineering: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Foundry Operative
Progress Rail

www.progressrail.com
Albertville, United States
John Newman
$2 to $5 billion (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Subsidiary or Business Segment
Rail Transportation
1983
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