Industrial Machinery Assembler – 2nd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•South Milwaukee, WI

10d•$29 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

As an Industrial Machinery Assembler at Caterpillar’s South Milwaukee manufacturing facility, you will build and assemble large, complex mining equipment using precision tools, fixtures, and detailed work instructions. The role is suited to experienced mechanical assemblers who value hands-on work, accuracy, and craftsmanship. You will work in a safety-focused, team-oriented manufacturing environment producing equipment used in mining operations around the world, including Cat® Electric Rope Shovels.

Requirements

3–5 years of heavy equipment or industrial mechanical assembly experience.
Proficiency with hand tools, including thread dies, drills, saws, screwdrivers, pipe wrenches, and chisels.
Experience using cranes, hoists, and layout tools in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with steel, tubing, fittings, grease, oil, and hydraulic components.
Working knowledge of high-, medium-, and low-pressure hydraulic and automated lubrication systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings and use precision measurement tools, including micrometers.

Nice To Haves

Experience assembling heavy equipment, large machinery, or complex mechanical systems.
Experience using overhead cranes, hoists, or jib cranes and/or rigging practices, as qualified or authorized.
Experience with press fits, shrink fits, alignment, and installation of mechanically integrated components such as keys and splines.
Familiarity with 5S, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices in production environments.
Background assembling products for shipment, including tear-down, preservation, packaging, and securing components.

Responsibilities

Prepare, lay out, align, and assemble parts, subassemblies, and complete heavy equipment machines.
Use hand and power tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and measuring devices for high-precision assembly.
Position and align components using jib cranes, overhead cranes, hoists, and jacks.
Install power units and accessories, fit keys and splines, and perform press and shrink fits.
Conduct functional tests and adjustments; disassemble machines and prepare them for shipment or storage.
Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety, quality, and manufacturing protocols.