Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

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.

Are you ready to build what matters?  Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.  

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. This is a rare opportunity to join the Caterpillar Sanford team as a direct hire.  Position includes a wage of $17.41/hour (+8% shift premium for 2nd shift), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program that We don’t lead our industry - our people do. 

 

Shift Schedule:

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2:15 pm – 10:15 pm (Boone Trail)

2nd Shift Starting Pay: $18.80 hour (includes 8% premium)

We offer competitive wages, Paid Time Off quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

We don’t lead our industry - our people do.  Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.

As an Assembler at Caterpillar you will:

Follow documented procedures to perform safe and defect-free assembly and adjustment of parts and components.

Leverage lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and waste elimination. 

Use industrial power tools for assembly and lifting devices to move heavy components.

Be held accountable for completing standard work within the allotted cycle time (approximately 3–15-minute cycle time).

Cross-train across work areas and ability to learn new work areas.

Basic Requirements:

6 months of previous work experience

Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods

Willing and able to perform repetitive operations

Willing and able to lift to 35 lbs.

Top Candidates will also have: 

Prior experience with hand tools or power tools

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment

Heavy equipment machine assembly experience

Previous work experience operating an electric hoist to lift more than 35 lbs.

Proven track record of good attendance and work history.

Additional Information: 

Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.

Final details

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O

Summary Pay Range:

$17.41 - $21.76

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

January 13, 2025 - January 26, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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