Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
**Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. **
When you join Caterpillar, you're 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 don't 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.
Company Benefits:
- 6% 401k match
- Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)
- HSA with company contribution
- Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
- 10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
- Paid personal days
- 11 paid holidays
- Annual merit increases
- Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
- Education Tuition Assistance
Job Duties / Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Provide technical and tool design support to the assembly, machining, and support departments.
- Provide machine layouts and design tooling for NPI (New Product Introduction) as well as jobs being moved for purposes of improving productivity or delivery.
- Provide tooling drawings necessary to maintain design tolerances and improve efficiency during machining.
- Design and maintain layouts to assure the most efficient use of processing time, operation sequences, fixtures, tooling and process dimensions.
- Confer with various personnel to ensure the implementation of the most efficient production methods.
- Plans all processing, sequence of operations, methods and adherence to critical parameters.
- Lead assembly and/or machining teams in various continuous improvement projects.
- Assist shop floor personnel in troubleshooting equipment or process shortcomings.
- Designing work areas that promote continuous flow of product to eliminate wastes.
- Offer suggestions for improving processes, safety or work environment.
- Work safely at ALL times and comply with safety regulations regarding the use of protective equipment and devices.
- Keep work area, tools and equipment neat, clean and orderly.
- Instruct, assist and train other assigned employees on work methods, safety procedures, and proper use of equipment.
- Perform other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed by Manager or other designated person.
- Must perform as a team member with the willingness and attitude to work with others to resolve problems.
- Must maintain good working relationships with others within the organization.
Required Qualifications
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to constructively interact with Group/Section managers, Team leaders manufacturing support groups, and shop floor personnel
- Good organizational and project management skills
- Ability to lead continuous improvement teams/RIW’s
- Ability to communicate at all levels within and outside the organization
- Working knowledge of Windows operating environment, Microsoft Office Suite applications, and the QSI applications
Desired Qualifications
- Computer aided engineering and design software experience
- Completed 6-Sigma and/or CPS greenbelt training
Additional Information
- This is a 1st shift position
- Starting pay is $27.60/hr
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website atwww.Caterpillar.com/Careers
Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
Summary Pay Range:
$27.60 - $35.80
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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:
May 14, 2026 - May 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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