Production Technician- (PART-TIME)

Caterpillar Inc.•Victoria, TX

12d•$16 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a part-time Production Technician at its Victoria, Texas facility. The role performs routine production work across assembly, fabrication, paint, or other production areas, following safety, quality, and standard-work procedures. Technicians use basic tools to assemble purchased and manufactured parts, operate machinery, perform blasting and painting applications, and use welding equipment for basic tack and straight-line welds. The position offers set-hour options within the core first-shift window of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with an average maximum of 32 hours per week. Scheduled hours are pre-approved and fall Monday through Friday; schedules may change with advance notice. The stated hourly compensation is $16.45, with eligibility for a quarterly Goal Sharing Bonus, and there may be an opportunity to become full-time. Candidates must complete background and drug screenings and receive clearance from Corporate Medical through a post-offer medical questionnaire.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to work a flexible part-time schedule, with required attendance and punctuality.
Ability to perform work safely, accurately, and thoroughly.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive work.
Ability to produce quality work at a sustained pace.
Ability to work effectively in a team and with people regardless of age, gender, race, religion, or job type.
Ability to follow directions and standard work.
Successful completion of background and drug screenings and post-offer medical clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Three to six months of manufacturing and/or related work experience.

Responsibilities

Perform work according to quality standards and safe job procedures.
Follow standard operating procedures and standard work to complete assigned tasks.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including a bump cap, hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety shoes.
Conduct regular checks to ensure products meet quality standards.
Engage the supervisor to resolve problems and issues as they occur.
Meet daily production goals.
Complete necessary documentation in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Assemble purchased and manufactured parts using basic tools.
Operate machinery and perform blasting and painting applications.
Use welding equipment to perform basic tack and straight-line welds.
Adhere to Caterpillar’s core values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment, and sustainability.