Welder III - Hadady, LLC

Job Description

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.

Operations

For over 50 years, Hadady, LLC has been helping our customers to power the world we live in. Hadady, LLC is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Caterpillar, Inc., and is a leading manufacturer of parts associated with diesel and natural gas engines. The team pioneered complex engine fabrications and continues to evolve into a vertically‑integrated business that provides customers with products that few can replicate.

Welder III – responsible for performing welding operations according to work instructions, process prints and routers.

• Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines, utilizing various tools to perform welding tasks.
• Inspect own work for quality, using weld and attribute gauges and other measuring tools.
• Repair defective welds in‑station using the carbon air arc process, grinders, and other tools.
• Clear common faults in robotic welding systems.
• Perform mechanical tasks, including using lifting devices to move components over 35 lbs and positioning heavy fabricated metal parts in weld fixtures.
• Conduct routine maintenance such as wire changes and tip/nozzle replacements.
• Follow documented procedures, standard work instructions, routings, and blueprints to ensure safe and defect‑free operations.
• Conduct process and final inspections to ensure quality standards are met.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three or more years of welding experience.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive operations.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

• Blueprint reading experience.
• Ability to work as part of a team and undergo cross‑training.
• Ability to be a contributing team member.
• Effective communication skills.
• Hiring for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift; all training will be on 1st shift for up to 2 months before moving to the hired shift.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

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 the U.S. which can be found through our website at

$29.10 – $37.70 per hour

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

February 9, 2026 – March 6, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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