Welder 1 - 2nd Shift - BOONE TRAIL

Caterpillar•Sanfor, NC

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Welder to perform welding and related mechanical tasks in its operations. The role operates robotic and manual MIG welding machines, checks work quality, repairs defective welds, and clears common faults in robotic welding systems. It also involves moving and positioning fabricated metal components, performing routine equipment maintenance, and following documented procedures, standard work, routings, and blueprints to produce safe, defect-free components. Welders follow Caterpillar Production System (CPS) principles, including 5S, continuous improvement, waste elimination, and standard work, and are responsible for process and final inspections. This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, 2:15 PM to 10:15 PM. Overtime may be required as business needs require. Starting pay for second shift is $23.44 per hour, including an 8% shift premium. The listed summary pay range is $21.70–$27.35 per hour. Benefits begin on Day 1, subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Requirements

Must have 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 be a contributing team member.
Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

Operate robotic and manual MIG welding machines.
Inspect own work and perform quality checks using weld and 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 move heavy components weighing more than 35 pounds and position fabricated metal components in weld fixtures.
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 (RX) benefits beginning Day 1, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
401(k) savings plan beginning Day 1, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
Potential quarterly bonus or goal-sharing program.
Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
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.