Welder - CI Tech - 3rd Shift

Overview

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.

Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person.

We offer competitive wages, Paid Time Off quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

• 3rd Shift: $26.75/hour (+ 8% Shift Premium)

As 3rd Shift Welder 3, you will under general supervision, directly support the assembly line by performing miscellaneous repairs and maintenance of tooling/fixtures, fabrication of new tooling and/or equipment, assist with minor PinPoint ERP software support and other basic Assembly Planning tasks. This position utilizes tooling, fixtures, handling systems, safety, quality checks, inspection, ergonomics, minor computer support, general line calls and other duties as assigned.

PinPoint training will be provided but the candidate must be comfortable using Microsoft Office as well as have MIG welding, and some tool or jig-making experience.

• Manual MIG welding on steel and all associated material preparation/finishing using bandsaw, angle grinder, belt sander, manual plasma cutter, etc.
• Provide quick help for line issues including repairing tooling/fixtures/equipment and fixing simple PinPoint issues (basic PinPoint training provided).
• Use of lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs.
• General knowledge of manufacturing, methods, and processes.
• Complete routine maintenance (wire change, tip/nozzle change) of all shop equipment.
• Builds structures and tooling to specification when prints/concepts are provided or designs custom solutions when assigned.
• Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
• Keeps work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Must be able to function as part of a team, willing to be multi-trained and maintain a safe work area.
• Contributing team member.
• Must have effective communications skills.

• Basic Qualifications:
• At least 3 years of MIG welding experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in Windows PC and Microsoft Office suite.
• Intermediate proficiency in creating tools, jigs and fixtures.

• Top candidates will also have:
• Experience with TIG welding on aluminum materials, Stick welding and Arc Gouging.
• Experience in related manufacturing areas and tools.
• At least one year of technical service area experience.
• Some experience in design software, such as AutoCAD.
• Intermediate proficiency in reading blueprints.
• Experience in lifting device manufacturing, testing or inspection.
• Experience with machining processes (Lathe, Grinding, Mill, Radial Drill).
• Independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasks.
• Product assembler experience.

• Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application as this may lead to disqualification.
• Domestic relocation assistance is not available.

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.

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…