Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Technician V-1

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Your Work Shapes Our World

When you join Caterpillar youre 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 dont 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. Join us.

Want to build YOUR career! LOOK at Caterpillar! We are looking for candidates just like you that want to build more than machines. This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as a CI Technician on our 1st shift team earning day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $24.70/hour

This position works under general supervision to assemble/test parts components or systems for wheel loaders and motor graders according to the specified work orders. This position is for the assembly line at the North Little Rock AR site.

Pay Rate and Schedule:

• The position includes a starting wage of $24.70/hour and acomprehensive benefit program
• Openings available on 1st shift: Monday Friday 7 a.m. 3 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.

In this role you will:

• Work as a team following work instructions to build our Caterpillar machines.
• Collaborate with support teams to make continuous improvements to our assembly process.
• Utilize assembly tools and lifting devices to make the work easier and safer
• Own the work you do actively seeking to learn and improve to ensure the highest level of adherence to safety and quality

What you will have:

CI Technicians provide internal manufacturing capabilities for tooling and other production-related hardware. Technicians receive designs from the engineering department and are responsible for planning fabricating testing and delivering products that conform to the designs received. Some of the responsibilities to operate as a Technician V include Operate and maintain welding equipment machining equipment CNC equipment and mechanical tools. Technicians read and interpret design prints and specifications lift parts and materials up to 35lbs by hand utilize cranes and lifting devices to transport heavier parts and materials. Technicians inspect and evaluate products with precision measurement tools and techniques stand for extended periods of time and track and communicate project progress.

If hired CI Technicians are required to complete all classes assigned by the section manager.

CI Technicians must interact with production and management employees in a professional and productive manner working with multiple departments to provide solutions for continuous improvement opportunities. CI technicians will work together on larger projects and receive feedback on projects from shop floor personnel.

CI Technicians will be responsible for using computers and computer applications such as AutoCAD Microsoft office and Teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be Safety Driven
• At least five years of welding or manufacturing assembly experience
• Must possess basic skills in Microsoft Excel Word Power Point and E-Mail Clients
• Must have proven time management skills
• Must be able to work with a team to accomplish tasks given
• Must be capable of independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasks
• Must be able to receive and present ideas from submitters in verbal and written communication (Customer facing)

Physical Job Requirements Production:

• Requires working on concrete floors for full shift and walking to retrieve parts from up to 80 ft.
• Requires ability to work from stool (sitting) a creeper (laying back) or kneeling.
• Climbing up and down stairs platforms and ladders up to a height of 15 feet.
• May rotate and bend at the waist while reaching into storage bins and positioning body in front of the machine/part on an occasional basis.
• On an occasional basis the employee may be required to push or pull 60lbs of force.
• Operate heavy equipment or assembly/fabrication machinery.
• Handling: Seizing holding grasping turning with a light to moderate grip. Occasionally a forceful grip may be needed to assemble parts into the correct position.
• Occasional exposure to hand tools with vibration.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Intermediate level of proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in manual milling and turning
• At least one year of technical service area experience
• Some experience in design software such as AutoCAD Pro E or SolidWorks
• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in print reading and interpretation
• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in recognizing or describing the mechanical functions and specifications of products and/or parts
• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in the knowledge Standard Assembly tools and their applications
• Intermediate level of proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in MIG and TIG welding

All eligible candidatesMUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:

• Background Screening
• Drug Screening
• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire (clearance from Corporate Medical)

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for YOU to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance we offer a total rewards package that providesDAY ONEbenefits (medical dental vision RX and 401K). Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).

Summary Pay Range:

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

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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