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Aftercast Operative

Progress Rail9 open roles

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South Queensferry, Scotland, United Kingdom
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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Progress Rail postings stay open a median of 38 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.1%1 day
  2. 4.5%3 days
  3. 12.3%7 days
  4. 19.7%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
This job: posted 62 days ago

Progress Rail median: 38 days open

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Job Description

AFTERCAST OPERATIVE

SOUTH QUEENSFERRY

£30,960 + £3,440.64 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 seeking a dedicated Aftercast Operative to play a key role in maintaining the safe, efficient flow of castings through our department. This hands‑on role involves precision grinding for extended periods; using handheld grinders for up to five hours per day, working to exact tolerances and verifying measurements with calibrated gauges. You’ll be equipped with full protective gear, including air fed helmets and flame‑retardant overalls, and supported in developing your skills through cross‑training and multiskilling opportunities. If you’re motivated, safety‑conscious, and eager to grow within a production environment, we’d like to hear from you.

THE ROLE:

As an Aftercast Operative you will be required to:

  • Ensure that you work in a safe manner and adhere to all risk assessments and method statements associated with the relevant tasks.
  • Facilitate the progress of casting through the department using the skills that you have been trained in e.g. Dressing, Welding, inspection, Knock off, Cutting, and Heat treatment.
  • Help the team achieve the desired targets each week.
  • Inspection of Raw and Finished castings using gauges and check sheets.
  • Cutting castings using arc air torches.
  • These will be done through the manual handling of heavy equipment throughout the working day.
  • Self-inspect castings using Gauges and drawings supplied prior to releasing castings to the inspection department.
  • Operate in accordance with the company Quality Assurance System.
  • Ensure that all paperwork / route cards are completed in line with the quality procedures.
  • Work within Health, Safety & Environmental procedures.
  • Creates a “Clean-as-you-go” policy and maintains safe storage of castings in the department.
  • Ensure plant and equipment is maintained safely and fit for purpose, reporting and resolving defects.
  • Willingness to be trained in other production areas.
  • Any other duties deemed reasonable by the business.

THE CANDIDATE:

The ideal Aftercast Operative:

  • Previous experience working in manufacturing or a foundry
  • Knowledge of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality regulations
  • Reliable
  • Team player
  • Physically fit and able to operate manual equipment throughout the working shift
  • Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to deadlines and targets
  • Excellent attention to detail

BENEFITS:

  • £34,400.64 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.

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 Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre factory.

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