Production Technician III - 2nd Shift - IPSD Seguin, TX
Caterpillar

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.

About IPSD

Caterpillar's Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar's company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.

Job Summary:

As a Production Tech III, you will perform the duties associated with the production of Caterpillar Diesel engines including but not limited to: Assembly, Logistics, and Quality Assurance. Production Tech IIIs report to Section Managers and will be assigned to departments within the business to meet customer and company demands.

What you will do:

• Align and install gaskets, seals, bearings, hoses, covers, and visual components as directed by work instruction
• Ensure that parts and materials used in the assembly process are free from quality defects
• Assist other departments with problem solving or improvement ideas related to assembly
• Perform audits and carry out quality inspections to correct known defects
• Lead and support Caterpillar Production System continuous improvement activities
• Escalate issues and the necessary resources to root cause and develop counter measures.
• Provide information to supervisors and managers about processes within assigned area
• Perform Plan/Method Audits of the production processes to ensure critical to customer actions are occurring correctly
• All other duties as assigned

What you will have:

• Knowledge with facility product and manufacturing process
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience with inspection process auditing
• Ability to read engine blueprints
• Proficiency in PLEX
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Basic knowledge of Standard Assembly tools and applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Shift and/or value stream flexibility

What would make you a top candidate:

• Experience utilizing PLEX
• 12-24 months Manufacturing/Assembly experience or equivalent education

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive operations
• Ability to lift at least 20lbs. and up to 80lbs.

We are committed to ensuring a supportive and accommodating work environment for all employees. Please advise of any reasonable accommodation requests to facilitate your ability to perform the job's essential functions.

Additional Requirements:

• Resumes are highly encouraged
• Caterpillar employees must meet the time in role requirements at the time of application and meet Caterpillar disciplinary guidelines for promotion
• Train on 1st shift from 5:00am-3:30pm for 2 - 4 weeks

Additional Information:

• $19.50 an hour starting payrate plus shift premium
• Shift hours are Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am (required overtime)
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K)

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

Posting Dates:
April 18, 2024 - April 24, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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