Fabrication Inspector (1st Shift)

Caterpillar•Brooklyn Park, MN

17h•$30 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

As a Fabrication Inspector you will safely audit and inspect in-process piece part and fabrication/welding assemblies to assure adherence to quality, process and engineering standards according to company drawings, specifications and workmanship standards. Relevant experiences gained in a personal or professional setting must be described in application as they relate to the minimum requirements (welding for instance).

Requirements

Resume or complete work history required
Three years cumulative heavy welding experience including 1 years Caterpillar Paving Products experience.
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) and IE Specs
Ability to read fabrication blueprints/engineering drawings and weld symbols
Must be able to compete and pass - to standard- a D.1.1 Weld Test in pre-hire

Nice To Haves

3 years Quality Assurance experience in fabrication environments preferred.
Previous Caterpillar Paving experiences in a paint related role
Work experience as part of a team desired.
Ability to demonstrate proficient use inspection and weld inspection hand tools, gauge blocks and other setup tools.
High level of detail orientation.
Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer skills with emphasis on windows, SAP, and Microsoft Office.
Understanding of fabrication operations, weld procedures, processes and fixturing required. (including machining, press break, and bend allowances)

Responsibilities

Inspect and measure items for fit, alignment, dimensional accuracy, and functional operations according to design records, engineering standards, military standards and other non-print requirements in all fabrication, purchased and internally manufactured product and updates metrics as required.
Resolve the quality defect and improve the product, while performing audits fabrication and 1st operations products and processes.
Compiles, issues and communicates Nonconforming Rejections (NCR) to appropriate areas on identified fabrication nonconformance.
Identify items for rejection and records test results.
Respond and communicate issues.
Work with assembly and fabrication teams to identify and solve problems.
Work with support groups including Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Development Engineering, Inspection and others regarding inspection methods and results, along with working with fabrication Manufacturing and Quality teams to install in-process checks in the Manufacturing Process.
This position may operate some CMM instruments and devices related to fabrication.
Coordinate and prioritize work to meet production schedules.
Take initiative to identify, document, communicate and correct problems related to fabrication, report discrepancies and recommend solutions.
Electronically and manually maintain documentation for production.
Support team People, Quality, Velocity and Cost (PQVC) initiatives and daily activities.