Supplier Quality Technician-1st Shift

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Supplier Quality Technician 1st Shift

Lafayette Indiana

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Incentives/Bonus Opportunities Matching 401k available first day of employment.

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The Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette IN currently has an opening for a Supplier Quality Technician.

In this role you will be responsible for providing assembly and machine shop quality support for suspected nonconforming material; accomplished through the inspection and documentation of engine components. You will compare the non-conforming part to the Caterpillar print applicable quality standard and document any variations as it relates to the form fit and/or function of the part.

Upon discovery of a nonconformance you will document the discrepancy provide visual proof of the nonconformance reference the applicable quality standard and draft a system alert which is communicated back to internal support teams along with the addition you may also be responsible for ensuring that discrepant materials are quarantined in a timely activities include processing dealer returned material performing correlation audits with suppliers and rework nonconforming material to support operations.

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

• React to operations line calls for problematic parts.

• Read Caterpillar prints understand GD&T and communicate non-conformances

• Troubleshoot issues with parts.

• Gage utilization to check part conformance.

• Strong customer focus communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups.

Basic Qualifications:

• Attached Resume with experience with:

  • Gaging

  • Quality

  • Blueprint Reading

  • GD&T

  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

Top Candidates will also:

• Possess problem solving skills to assist in Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA).

• Knowledge of engines & engine components

• 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.

Additional Information:

• Position is for 1st shift 6:30am to 2:30pm

• This position with train on 1st shift.

• Location of this position is in Lafayette IN

• Relocation assistance is NOT offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.

• 18 days / 144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)

• 11 Paid holidays

• 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime

• Climate controlled work environment most areas

• Clean/safe work environment

• Please attach an updated resume

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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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