Hose Assembler - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•Menominee, MI

3d•$19 - $23

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Hose Assembler in its Operations career area. The role performs assembly and sub-assembly work, including ringing, naming, and hand assembly, while meeting production and quality standards. The assembler operates and sets up equipment, monitors its performance, performs required maintenance and rework, and records production, downtime, quality, and maintenance information. The role also involves material movement, computer transactions, training assigned operators, identifying and correcting operating issues, and suggesting improvements to productivity, processes, safety, and the work environment. Employees are expected to work safely, maintain an orderly work area, and collaborate effectively with teammates. The available first shift runs Monday through Thursday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The listed pay range is $18.60–$23.20 per hour. The job requires standing or walking for 10–12 hours and frequently lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15–30 minutes.

Requirements

Beginner-level proficiency in blueprint reading.
Previous use of precision measuring equipment.
Ability to stand or walk for 10–12 hours.
Ability to frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15–30 minutes.
Willingness and ability to work with others to resolve problems.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication and organizational skills.
Previous SAP experience.
Intermediate-level computer proficiency.
Previous manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Identify the tooling and equipment needed for assigned operations.
Follow equipment start-up and shut-down procedures; monitor and adjust equipment as needed and record the results.
Move materials as required using available methods.
Perform assembly and sub-assembly processes, including ringing, naming, and hand assembly.
Maintain records relating to production, downtime, quality, and maintenance.
Inspect work visually or with measuring devices to ensure quality standards are met.
Recognize operating irregularities and machine malfunctions; make corrections or notify the appropriate person.
Perform rework and machine set-up as required.
Instruct and train assigned operators on work tasks, safety procedures, equipment use, and ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality standards.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as required.
Meet or exceed production requirements, or notify the Team Lead or Manager of reasons for deviations from standard.
Work safely and comply with safety regulations, including the use of protective equipment and devices.
Keep the work area, equipment, and machines clean and orderly.
Complete necessary computer transactions in various applications and software programs.
Offer suggestions to improve productivity, processes, safety, or the work environment.
Perform other miscellaneous job assignments and related functions as directed.
Work as a team member and maintain effective working relationships while helping resolve problems.

Benefits

6% 401(k) match.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with coverage available from day one.
Health Savings Account with company contribution.
Monthly bonus opportunity of up to 11%.
10 paid vacation days, prorated in the first calendar year.
Paid personal days.
11 paid holidays.
Annual merit increases.
Opportunity for overtime hours or shifts.
Education tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off plan, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Career development.
Incentive bonus.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.