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2nd Shift Product Assembler I - PDC

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Caterpillar

Clayton, NC (In Person)

$42,016 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/6/2026

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Job Description

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. 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 a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don't just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in - the roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer's needs. Join us. Description As an Assembler at Caterpillar, you will follow documented procedures to safely assemble and adjust parts and components while ensuring defect-free production. In this role, you will apply lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and eliminate waste, and you will use industrial power tools as well as lifting devices to assemble products and move heavy components. Physical Requirements Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods Willing and able to perform repetitive operations Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs Must be able to climb in and out of Backhoes, Telehandlers, Compact and Small Wheel loader up to 40 times a shift. Must be capable of using provided ladders and platforms to complete work. Must be able to walk 400 yards at a time over a gravel and paved surfaces to retrieve and deliver machines to the parking area. Must be able drive all machine types processed through the PDC Basic Qualifications At least 9 months of machine assembly or logistics experience Requires basic proficiency using a PC and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word) Some proficiency with MES systems (Pinpoint/SAP/Device Wise) Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification. Top Candidates will also have Manufacturing experience Heavy equipment or machine assembly experience Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and work instructions Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment Proven initiative with the ability to work independently when required Flexibility to perform a variety of tasks as business needs change Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn all PDC tasks and selected logistics functions
Additional Information Shift:
2nd
Shift Full-Time Compensation:
$19.44/hour (includes 8% shift premium)
Hours:
5:00 pm - 3:30 am Monday through Thursday, Overtime as business needs require on Friday Work location: Clayton, NC 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) along with the potential of a monthly bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date). Final details Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as
H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.
As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.

Caterpillar.com/Careers.
Summary Pay Range:
$18.00 - $22.40 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:
June 24, 2026 - July 9, 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee's contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we've built.