Welder 1 - 1st & 3rd Shifts
About The Position
Caterpillar is hiring a Welder to perform welding and related mechanical duties using tools and equipment in the work area. The role involves operating robotic and manual MIG weld machines, inspecting work for quality, repairing defective welds, clearing common robotic-system faults, and performing routine maintenance such as wire, tip, and nozzle changes. Employees follow documented procedures, standard work, routings, and blueprints to produce safe, defect-free components, and use Caterpillar Production System principles including 5S, continuous improvement, waste elimination, and standard work. The role includes process and final inspections and may require using lifting devices to position heavy fabricated metal components in weld fixtures. Starting pay is $21.70 per hour, with an 8% shift premium for third shift. The listed summary pay range is $21.70–$27.35. Overtime may be required as business needs dictate. The position offers Day One medical, dental, vision, prescription, and 401(k) benefits, with potential quarterly incentive pay and other benefits.
Requirements
- Welding operation experience.
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive operations.
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
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 and attribute gauges and other measuring tools.
- Repair defective welds at the station using processes and tools such as carbon air arc equipment and grinders.
- Clear common robotic welding system faults.
- Use lifting devices to position heavy fabricated metal components in weld fixtures when required.
- 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
- Day One medical, dental, vision, prescription, and 401(k) benefits, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
- Potential quarterly goal-sharing or incentive bonus.
- Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
- Volunteer time off.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
