Welder 1 - 1st & 3rd Shifts

Caterpillar•Sanford, NC

10d

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Welder 1 to perform welding and related mechanical duties in its operations. The position pays $21.70 per hour, with an 8% shift premium for third shift, and offers a quarterly goal-sharing program and benefits beginning on Day 1. The stated pay range is $21.70–$27.35 per hour. Shifts are Monday through Friday: first shift is listed as 6:15 AM–2:15 PM, and third shift as 10:15 PM–6:15 AM. Overtime may be required as business needs require. The Welder uses robotic and manual MIG welding equipment, inspects work, repairs defective welds, and clears common robotic welding system faults. Related mechanical duties include moving heavy components using lifting devices and performing routine maintenance. The role follows documented procedures, routings, and blueprints, and applies Caterpillar Production System principles, including 5S, continuous improvement, waste elimination, and standard work. The employee is responsible for process and final inspections.

Requirements

Welding operation experience.
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
Ability to perform repetitive operations.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Blueprint-reading experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to function as part of a team and be multi-trained.
Ability to contribute as a team member.
Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines.
Inspect own work, including quality checks using weld gauges, attribute gauges, and other measuring tools.
Repair defective welds in station using the carbon air arc process, grinders, and other tools.
Clear common robotic welding system faults.
Use lifting devices to position heavy fabricated metal components in weld fixtures; components may weigh more than 35 pounds.
Perform routine maintenance, including wire, tip, and nozzle changes.
Follow documented procedures, standard work, routings, and blueprints to perform safe, defect-free operations and create and machine components.
Apply CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
Perform process and final inspections.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage beginning Day 1, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
401(k) savings plan.
Potential quarterly bonus or goal-sharing program.
Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
Paid volunteer time.
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.