Product Quality Technician
Caterpillar Inc.
Date: 9 hours ago
City: Stockton-on-Tees
Contract type: Full time
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.
Job Title: Product Quality Technician
Salary: £39,250
Contract: Full time & permanent
Location: Stockton-upon-Tees
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Product Quality Technician to join our Quality Team in Stockton. This hands-on role involves using precision measurement tools such as Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), portable CMMs, verniers, and micrometers to inspect a wide range of fabrications. You’ll play a key part in auditing, problem-solving, and producing detailed reports, while working closely with customers, engineers, and shop-floor teams.
What You Will Do
As a Product Quality Technician, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
What You Can Demonstrate
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.
Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.
Our Sustainability Commitment
Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.
Training & Development
You’ll receive training in Caterpillar’s design and procurement tools, along with hands-on machine operation to deepen product understanding. Project-dependent opportunities may also arise to collaborate with global teams in the USA, Brazil, and India.
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, 3.5% 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
Posting Dates
September 29, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
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.
Job Title: Product Quality Technician
Salary: £39,250
Contract: Full time & permanent
Location: Stockton-upon-Tees
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Product Quality Technician to join our Quality Team in Stockton. This hands-on role involves using precision measurement tools such as Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), portable CMMs, verniers, and micrometers to inspect a wide range of fabrications. You’ll play a key part in auditing, problem-solving, and producing detailed reports, while working closely with customers, engineers, and shop-floor teams.
What You Will Do
As a Product Quality Technician, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Acting as the first point of contact for all fabrication quality issues
- Investigating fabrication problems and identifying root causes
- Inspecting and rejecting defective materials
- Reporting quality issues during shift meetings
- Supporting stock quality checks and investigations
- Assisting with New Product Introduction (NPI) pilot builds and production launches
What You Can Demonstrate
- Technical Skills & Experience: Skilled in fabrication or manufacturing environments, with the ability to read engineering drawings and specifications. Proficient in using measurement tools and performing dimensional inspections, including CMM operation, essential for ensuring product quality and compliance.
- Communication & Collaboration: Strong communicator, able to work effectively across teams and with external stakeholders. Confident in presenting and discussing quality reports, which is key to driving transparency and continuous improvement.
- Initiative & Problem Solving: Highly self-motivated with a proactive approach. Proven success in investigating issues and driving root cause analysis to prevent recurrence and support operational excellence.
- Digital & Process Knowledge: Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Solid understanding of product and assembly processes, enabling efficient documentation and process optimisation.
- ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification in a technical subject.
- Working knowledge of Glovia (preferred), supporting effective use of business systems.
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.
Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.
Our Sustainability Commitment
Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.
Training & Development
You’ll receive training in Caterpillar’s design and procurement tools, along with hands-on machine operation to deepen product understanding. Project-dependent opportunities may also arise to collaborate with global teams in the USA, Brazil, and India.
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, 3.5% 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
Posting Dates
September 29, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
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