Assembly and Test Specialist 2nd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•East Peoria, IL

1d•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. Caterpillar Inc. 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. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Your work ethic, commitment to quality, and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters.

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 required 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.

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