Sub-Assembly Technician

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Job Description:

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This position is responsible for the robust assembly of overhauled turbomachinery products to satisfy schedule and customer requirements on various production models in a safe and effective manner. The position is required to utilize Solars standard production computer applications to complete assigned job duties/responsibilities.

What you will do:

• Perform the operations necessary for the assembly or disassembly of Solars Centaur 40 Centaur 50 Taurus 60 Taurus 70 Mars and Titan 130 stationary sub-assemblies in a manner that aligns with standards for safety quality velocity and cost.

• Work from standard work instructions engineering drawings oral instructions and established shop practices.

• May perform work operations under direct guidance where adequate information has not yet been determined and/or furnished.

• Recognize the need for Engineering support when given procedures will not work or the quality of components is questioned.

• Embrace safety culture and identify safety improvements to reduce risk of injury or incident in the work area.

• Work with team members other technicians and/or Engineering to solve technical problems.

• Maintain training binder and records.

• Perform material routing and movement of turbine hardware sub-assemblies and other material in compliance with material handling movement and storage procedures.

• Report and record discrepancies and incidents utilizing Solars standard applications.

• Maintain records and ensure proper documentation of assembly disassembly or repairs per the Quality Management System (QMS).

• Use all types of precision measuring instruments and devices hand and power tools shop equipment and machinery as assigned.

• Maintain a clean and orderly workspace to promote safety Solars 5S culture and prevent FOD.

• Work individually and in teams to support production needs and continuous improvement projects.

• Work in a teaming environment by attending and participating in team meetings supporting established team business goals and adhering to the teams ground rules and norms.

• Work required hours as requested to meet production and customer needs.

• Demonstrate proficient skill with precision measuring equipment (micrometers calipers drop micrometers bore micrometers etc.).

• Operate shop equipment material handling equipment (forklifts pallet jacks etc.) bench and hand tools test equipment and controls as well as machines and inspection equipment in an overhaul environment.

• Perform rework of the nature and level of difficulty described herin.

This position will work in a manufacturing shop environment that includes: hoists cranes industrial vehicles heavy parts chemicals and fluids. The environment may include brief periods of elevated noise and team members may have occasional exposure to external weather conditions.

What you will have:

• A successful candidate will be expected to flex within the value stream and learn all operations/models in the Stationary Sub-Assemblies Lean Workcenter to support a strategy of employee growth and One Team philosophy.

• The right candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with fellow shop floor personnel production planners and supporting departments (supply chain materials engineering business/project management etc.).

• Will be self-driven and able to balance concurrent tasks while keeping their leadership informed on risks and progress.

• Candidate will be seeking an operations opportunity find enjoyment in the daily challenges of manufacturing a commitment to teamwork an unwavering duty to the customer a keen sense of urgency and a willingness to learn.

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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