Assembly and Test Specialist 3rd Shift

Caterpillar • East Peoria, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Assembly and Test Specialist for East Peoria Undercarriage at Caterpillar Inc., you will continuously improve process efficiency by performing routine assembly and testing of assemblies of our prime product. 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. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.

Requirements

• Candidates must be able to read, write and conduct business in English
• Conducts daily maintenance and keeps track of safety logs on equipment.
• Inspects working environment to promote safe work area.
• Utilizes personal protective equipment or recommended for task at hand.
• Speak up if safety concerns are encountered.
• Take personal accountability for safety.
• Knowledge of 5S Housekeeping concepts to keep a safe and clean manufacturing environment
• Documents relevant standards, policies and practices.
• Follows standard manufacturing processes to conduct production activities.
• Basic understanding of computers to perform simple computer tasks and operations.
• Uses/ operates and maintains complex tools and machinery.
• Understands how to use, operate, and maintain various equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Work together as a team to help each other learn and meet shared goals.
• Come to work with a positive attitude and ideas for continuous improvement.
• Strong attendance is key in order to collaborate effectively as a team.
• Responsible for inventory accuracy.
• Learn from mistakes and apply lessons learned.
• Uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free.
• The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience.
• Uses verbal and non-verbal communication to receive direction and share ideas and job-related needs.
• Always demonstrate effective communication with a professional demeanor.
• Maintains focus on the topic at hand with a team-oriented outlook.
• Demonstrates a commitment to working safely, following procedures, identifying potential hazards and contributing to a safe work environment.
• Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains attendance standards, and consistently delivers quality results.
• Works effectively with others, communicates respectfully, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive and productive work environment.
• Learns and applies job-related knowledge, follows established processes, solves routine work challenges, and adapts to new tools, equipment, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Caterpillar will train applicants who have a strong employment history and work ethic

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, rework and repair machine components
• Operate test machines to test final drive assemblies
• Prepare prime products and attachments for shipping
• Performs required salvage operations in assembly areas as necessary
• Disassemble and reassemble complex assemblies to repair or replace damaged component parts.
• May operate remote control crane to specially equipped vehicles to transport prime product

Benefits

• 40 hours of paid personal time per year , prorated based on start date
• Tax deferred retirement plan after 1,000 hours of service.
• Opportunity to enroll in a Consumer Driven Health Plan (high deductible, low premium health plan)
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed