Welder 3 - 1st Shift

Caterpillar•Sanford, NC

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Welder 3 to perform welding and related duties in its operations. The role includes manual MIG welding, repairing defective welds using the carbon air arc process and grinders, inspecting work with weld and attribute gages and other measuring tools, and completing routine workstation maintenance. The Welder 3 rotates among positions in the job function area, follows documented procedures, standard work, routings, and blueprints, and performs process and final inspections. The position also involves using lifting devices to move heavy components and contributing to a safe, clean, orderly team work area. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Starting pay is $26.75 per hour; the stated pay range is $26.75–$33.45 per hour. Caterpillar offers paid training, potential quarterly bonuses, and benefits beginning on Day One, subject to plan eligibility and terms.

Requirements

At least one year of welding experience.
At least one year of carbon air arc experience.
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
Ability to perform repetitive operations.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Successful completion of a drug screen as a condition of an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Ability to pass 2F fillet weld, 4F overhead fillet weld, and 2G groove weld tests.
Further education.
Resumes are highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

Perform manual MIG welding.
Repair defective welds using the carbon air arc process, grinders, and other tools.
Inspect own work and perform quality checks using weld and attribute gages and other measuring tools.
Use lifting devices to move heavy components weighing more than 35 lbs.
Complete routine maintenance, including wire, tip, and nozzle changes, in qualified workstations.
Rotate to various positions within the job function area to perform related activities.
Follow documented procedures, standard work, routings, and blueprints to perform safe, defect-free operations.
Use CPS principles, including 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
Perform process and final inspections.
Work as part of a team, be willing to be multi-trained, and maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Potential quarterly bonus
Paid training
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits beginning on Day One, subject to plan eligibility
401(k) savings plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off, including vacation and volunteer time
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
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