Welder 1 - 3rd Shift - BOONE TRAIL

Caterpillar • Sanfor, NC

4d

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Welder 1 for its Boone Trail location. The position performs welding duties using tools and equipment in the work area, including robotic and manual MIG welding machines. Welders inspect their own work, repair defective welds, clear common robotic welding system faults, and may perform mechanical tasks such as moving heavy components and routine equipment maintenance. The work follows documented procedures, standard work, routings, and blueprints to produce safe, defect-free components. Employees also apply Caterpillar Production System principles, including 5S, continuous improvement, waste elimination, and standard work, and are responsible for process and final inspections.

The third-shift schedule runs Sunday night through Friday morning, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM, with an 8% shift premium. Overtime may be required as business needs require. Starting pay is $21.70 per hour, with a listed compensation range of $21.70–$27.35. The position includes quarterly goal sharing potential and benefits beginning on Day 1, subject to eligibility and plan terms.

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 and perform quality checks using weld gauges, attribute gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Repair defective welds in-station using the carbon air arc process, grinders, and related tools.
• Clear common faults in robotic welding systems.
• Use lifting devices to move and 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, including 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
• Perform process and final inspections.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits beginning on Day 1.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Potential quarterly goal-sharing or incentive bonus.
• Paid holidays and paid time off, including vacation and volunteer time.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Health Lifestyle Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
• Career development.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Adoption benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed