QG & PDI Assembly Auditor – 1st Shift

Lafayette, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 22 - 29

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

QG & PDI Assembly Auditor 1st Shift

Quality Gate and Pre-Delivery Auditor

Location: Lafayette Indiana

CATERPILLAR - BUILD WHAT MATTERS

What matters most to youIs it being part of a strong teamSupporting your family Solving global problems You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe and you contribute to meaningful work. Together we can build what matters!

This position encompasses the audit of all engines during various stages of the build main responsibilities include auditing engines for compliance to the appropriate documentation; accurately recording all engine non-conformances in the AQE system and communicating found engine non-conformances to the appropriate person for repair. This person will work closely with all assembly personnel support groups and assembly management to meet product quality goals and objectives and will at times assist in quality functions outside of the audit position will rotate throughout various quality gates in the assembly areas and will therefor require that the individual train in multiple areas.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Learning Caterpillar Systems and using them appropriately (MESA AQE etc.)
Computer Skills Microsoft Teams Email
Strong customer focus approach communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups.
Strong quality mindset to protect our customers
Inspect engine using provided enhance checklist to stop defects from moving forward.
Ability to be flexible within our facility.

Basic Qualifications:

Torque concept
Gauging skills
Quality experience
Engine knowledge
Print reading skills
Basic computer skills

Top Candidates will also:

Be flexible to work overtime as needed to support production demands.
Possess and show strong interpersonal skills and apply customer-based focus.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift push and pull up to 40 lbs.
Must be able to bend and twist at the waist and be able to squat.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed
Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
Standing and/or sitting at a desk while performing tasks

Additional Information:

Position is for 1st shift 6:30am to 2:30pm
Relocation assistance is NOT offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
Health dental vision & life insurance effective first day of employment
100% of 401K match up to 6%
13 days / 104 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
11 Paid holidays
Quarterly incentive program with potential for annual bonus
40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
Climate controlled work environment most areas
Clean/safe work environment
Please attach an updated resume

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application including the spam/junk folder as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

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 Pay Range:

$22.65 - $29.45

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:

February 17 2026 - February 24 2026

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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Career Area:OperationsJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 sus...