Welder (3rd Shift)

Caterpillar


Job Location:

Brooklyn Park, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 29 - 38
Posted on: 30+ days ago
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.

Your Work Shapes the World
Whether it be groundbreaking products best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With an over 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world your impact spans the globe.

What expect as a Welder / Operator you will be a member of a dynamic team of solid professional welders. Interpret metric drawings that use Geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) to setup fixtures tack and weld components in horizontal and flat positions using welding gun cutting torches carbon arc and other fabrication tools (i.e grinder chisel tip cleaner) This position requires the ability tocomplete and pass an American Weld Society (AWS) D.1.1. certification prior to hire as part of the pr-employment/pre-hire process. This is a THIRD SHIFT role. You will also operate CNC machining and robotic equipment occasionally (CNC burning machine plate roll machining centers and press brake etc.). We look forward to providing training on our CNC machines/robots!

Pay Rate and Schedule:

The position includes a wage of$31.18/hour(this includes a base wage of

$29.93 plus theadditional$1.25 /hourshift differential)plus acomprehensive Day-One benefitsprogramand on-site health and wellness!

Compensation: L07

Plan to check your email for communications as well as an application assessment. Relocationassistanceis not available for this position.

Openings available on3rdshift: Sunday Thursday 10:00 p.m.- 6:00a.m.Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.

Top Candidates Will bring:

  • Welding experience or in the process of completing a welding trade/technical degree

  • Ability to read fabricationblueprints/engineeringdrawings

  • Ability to complete and pass American Weld Society (AWS) certification as part of the pre-hire process onsite at CAT- BP

Great Candidates Will Also Bring:

  • Previous experience at Caterpillar Paving Brooklyn Park

  • Heavy crane equipment experience

  • Prior experience operating CNC machines

  • Experience with basic fabrication hand tools and equipment (i.e. grinder chisel tip cleaner measuring devices hand tools grinder and other special deburring tools)

  • Experience with cutting torches and/or carbon arc (gouging)

  • Understanding of geometric dimension and tolerances (GD&T)

  • Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)

  • Ability to identify and communicate tooling and machine problems

  • Ability to read standard work prints and write continuous improvement cards

  • Ability to utilize computers for production transactions

  • Understanding of the metric measurement systems

Essential Functions:

Responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries occupational illnesses and safety incidents. Weld components per American Welding Society (AWS) standards and engineering/manufacturing prints and documentation. Interpret metric drawings that use Geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) to setup fixtures tack and weld components in horizontal and flat positions using welding gun cutting torches carbon arc and other fabrication tools (i.e grinder chisel tip cleaner). Includes use of grinding flame cutting and arc gouging equipment. May have responsibility for the operation of CNC machining equipment and robots following manufacturing prints and documentation making adjustments for production jobs including; setup and operation of all equipment/cranes with stops clamps fixtures tooling and offsets to produce consistent quality parts. Use measuring devices and blueprints to inspect parts for quality using statistical process control (SPC) for documentation. Participate in identifying and troubleshooting machine and tooling problems as needed. Use hand tools grinders and other special deburring tools to remove sharp edges from machine surfaces.

Work Environment

Exposure to welding fumes Exposure to machining chemicals Noise levels of 85db or greater Operate overhead cranes jib cranes and hoists Lift up to 35lbs frequently Work at multiple heights Climb on equipment machines ladders man lifts and various step stools Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices Kneel squat and crawl on knees Work in awkward positions including forward reach lateral reach squat overhead reaching twisting and forward head and rotation of neck. Work in tight spaces Repetitive grasping pushing pulling rotating Use of fine motor skills Use of hand tools including welder grinder air tools pliers reamers etc. Required Personal Protective Equipment: hearing protection safety glasses steel toed/metatarsal foot gear and protective welding clothing and equipment including jackets chaps helmet grinding shield etc.

Applications must be complete to be considered. Please include an attached resume or job history entries.

Relocationassistanceis not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

$29.93 - $38.85

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:

April 14 2026 - May 16 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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