Supplier Quality Technician - 3rd shift Fabrications
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. While working in Product Support at Caterpillar Inc., you will work in an environment that supports excellence. You will lead your team in effort to support continuous improvement What you can look forward to in this role: May assist with updating Incoming Quality Audit checks Ability to Follow Standard Work Follow and utilize principles of 5S Accountable for Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair. Deliver quality support to the plant by creating and developing business plans for each manufacturing assembly area. Perform Incoming Inspections on Incoming Material Perform inspections utilizing measurement tools (Calipers, Micrometers, Measuring Tape, etc.) Create and manage NCM’s for nonconforming material Perform Line sorts for nonconforming material Systematically disposition nonconforming material in SAP ECC Accurately transact material movement in SAP ECC
Requirements
- Must have 1 year of quality experience in a similar role
- Must have experience operating inspection equipment and gauges
- Must have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in SAP software
- Must have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Root Cause Analysis Experience
- Willing and able to sit/stand for prolonged periods
- Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
- Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.
- Willing and able to pass eye exam for visual weld inspection
Nice To Haves
- Previous audit experience
- Further education beyond high school
- Green Belt training
- ASQ certifications
- Blueprint reading experience
- Intermediate proficiency in PowerPoint
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced Problem Solving/Troubleshooting Ability
- Meticulous and analytical nature
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work
- Welding experience
- Machine equipment product knowledge-excavators and/or tractors
- BIQ Quality Alert Project Experience
Responsibilities
- Assist with updating Incoming Quality Audit checks
- Follow Standard Work
- Follow and utilize principles of 5S
- Accountable for Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting
- Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair
- Deliver quality support to the plant by creating and developing business plans for each manufacturing assembly area
- Perform Incoming Inspections on Incoming Material
- Perform inspections utilizing measurement tools (Calipers, Micrometers, Measuring Tape, etc.)
- Create and manage NCM’s for nonconforming material
- Perform Line sorts for nonconforming material
- Systematically disposition nonconforming material in SAP ECC
- Accurately transact material movement in SAP ECC
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
