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 Description
This is a 1st shift hourly position with an entry pay of $21.07/hour located in Sanford, NC. Under general supervision supports current product production through the testing and repair of BCP machines according to the specifications from Engineering. Tests and validates production machines according to Engineering protocols. Performs carious activities to test for proper operations and quality issues of BCP machines, performing necessary rework and repair when issues are found. May coordinate CSD compliance through coordination of off line WIP activity and other duties as assigned.
Job duties may include the following: Operation of Sanford built products
In depth knowledge of hydraulics including testing and calibrations
Ability to read electrical schematics and follow the electrical circuits on machines
Perform rework on quality defects that cannot be immediately addressed on the assembly line
Support Design Engineers by gathering data for research and evaluations, by conducting technically complex teardowns and assembly of BCP components/equipment.
Uses various tools provided in the work area to perform assembly duties and may include the use of lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs.
Follows documented procedures standard work, routings, and blueprints to perform safe and defect free assembly and/or adjustment of components and prime product.
May conduct assembly on new product introductions according to engineering schematics
Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work
Define, communicate and verify daily rework activities
Relies on independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasks
Active participation in scheduling and confirming rework activities
Must meet deadlines
Ability to multitask and prioritize work
Monitor CAT computer system to conduct hydraulic, electrical, mechanical or other component tests on BCP machines
Catalogues defects and resolution in computer based system
Conduct additional diagnostics and analysis to identify defects and quality issues that are more complex
Catalogues failures and communicates to relevant personnel as appropriate
Scheduling shipment of prime product ensuring CSD compliance
Working knowledge of Caterpillar systems, ATRS, PSPS, STAR
Cross-function communication to complete tasks
Effective teamwork
Provide summaries to leadership
Qualifications Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods, ability to perform repetitive operations, ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Basic Qualifications : 12 months of heavy equipment machine assembly experience
Top candidates will also have: Further education beyond high school
Proficiency reading technical/manufacturing drawings
Ability to read schematics
Mechanical aptitude
Experience with Microsoft Office Applications
Experience with Standard Work and/or Standard Operating Procedures
Caterpillar product knowledge
Manufacturing experience
Additional Information: This is a 1st shift hourly position with an entry pay of $21.07/hour located in Sanford, NC. No relocation benefits are available. Applicants need to be able to work overtime as needed.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at
Posting Dates:
April 9, 2024 - April 23, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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