Shop Technician II (1st Shift)

Caterpillar Inc. • West Fargo, ND

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Caterpillar currently has openings for Shop Technician II positions supporting Reman Drivetrain located in the West Fargo, ND facility. The Shop Technician ll operates a variety of tools and equipment to assemble and disassemble product. Caterpillar provides all tools and equipment to perform this job at no cost to the employee.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 – 5 years job related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Proven record of good attendance
• Must possess ability to deal with multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to sit or stand as needed to perform essential functions of the position
• Ability to periodically walk and/or travel to other areas of the plant and other warehouses as directed
• Ability to use keyboard, reach above shoulder height, below the waist, and lift and file documents throughout the day
• Ability to perform safe execution of repetitive motions
• Ability to repetitively lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• Visual and hearing abilities as appropriate for safe execution of job duties, functions and tasks
• Physical exertion and effort to safely lift, push or pull components or parts

Nice To Haves

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Effective decision making, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Highly motivated and a self starter
• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of changing situations

Responsibilities

• Accurately utilizes data collection systems
• Effectively performs basic and advanced assembly and disassembly operations
• Can identify and accurately categorize wear patterns of parts
• Use blueprints, gauges, torque measuring devices and/or other equipment to ensure conformance to quality specifications
• Assists in the development of new assembly and disassembly procedures
• Use precision measuring devices to effectively assemble and/or disassemble final product
• Ability to effectively interpret blueprints
• Able to effectively train other techs in various assembly and disassembly operations
• Assist lead person in their absence
• Able to manage cell boards and train other techs to document cell board information
• Perform preventive maintenance as required
• Assist in identifying issues and initiating corrective action processes as necessary
• Perform 5S Audits
• Perform Safety Stop Audits observations as required
• Participate in the CI/PID Process
• Any duties or tasks that may be assigned to promote cross training or support for various areas of the shop
• Follow the Caterpillar Production System (CPS) Standard Work Sheets
• Other duties as assigned
• Promote a culture based on our Values in Action
• Follow established facility safety policies, safe job procedures and hazardous risk assessments and using the proper Personal Protective equipment for the specific job being performed
• Work with variety of employees throughout the day to effectively communicate needs and to perform job related tasks
• Serve as a positive role model and contribute to team effort by supporting all employees in our organization
• Ensure customer requirements are met
• Conduct business with the highest level of honesty and integrity
• Ability to Interface with plant management, supervisors and production personnel

Benefits

• Hourly Pay Range: $22.21 - $28.26
• 80 hours of vacation with an additional 24 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid holidays
• 100% 401k match up to 6% offered on day 1 of employment
• Health, dental, vision, & life insurance offered on day 1 of employment
• Potential annual performance increase
• Clean/safe work environment
• Paid holiday shut down at the end of the year (dependent upon business needs)
• Paid Weekly!
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED