Welder -2nd Shift- East Peoria LL- HIRING & RETENTION BONUS

Caterpillar Inc. • East Peoria, IL

39d • Onsite

About The Position

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar is hiring MIG Welders for 3rd shift at our East Peoria manufacturing facility LL. This is a full-time production welding job offering Day 1 benefits as well as Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) and Weld Hood as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of production MIG or GMAW welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting or A welding certification from an accredited college or institution.
• Relevant experience must be within the past 6 months.
• Experience welding steel 1/2 inch thickness or greater
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to pass Caterpillar weld qualification testing
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as needed
• Must be able to pass welder qualification requirements during the Caterpillar provided training by a Certified Welding Educator (CWE), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or approved personnel
• All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen held to the DOT standards for prohibited substances

Nice To Haves

• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and GMAW welding on steel components
• Weld plain and alloy steel in all positions
• Operate robotic welding equipment in a production environment
• Follow standard work, safety procedures, and quality requirements
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
• Use overhead cranes and jib cranes to position materials

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
• 401(k) savings plans
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree