Assembly Technician- 1st and 3rd Shifts - Caterpillar : Job Details

**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 arecreating 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 3rd shift), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program that We don't lead our industry - our people do.**Shift Schedule:**1st Shift: Monday-Friday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm/ Monday- Thursday 6:00 am - 4:00 pm/ Monday- Thursday 6:30 am - 4:30 pm3rd Shift: Monday-Thursday 7:30 pm - 5:30 am / Monday-Friday 10:15 pm - 6:15 am (Boone Trail)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 skid steer loaders and compact track loaders.**+ 1st shift: $17.41 hour+ 3rd shift: $18.80 hour (includes 8% premium)**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**Posting Dates:**September 30, 2024 - December 30, 2024Any 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community ( .