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Caterpillar
Assembly Technician 1st & 3rd
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What they do
A Production Fabricator or Assembler constructs and assembles a wide range of products, such as engines, computers, aircraft, ships, boats, toys, electronic devices, and control panels, as well as the individual parts that make up these products.
$36,549 / year median in North Carolina
+5% projected growth
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.
- $19.
Shift Schedule:
1stShift :
Monday- Thursday 6:00 am
- 4:00 pm/ Monday
- Thursday 6:30 am
- 4:30 pm 3rd
Shift :
Monday- Thursday 7:00 pm
- 5:00 am/ Monday
- Thursday 7:30 pm
- 5:30 am
Training Schedule:
Will train on 1st shift for up to 2 weeks Monday- Thursday 7:00 am
- 4:00 pm We offer competitive wages, Paid Time Off quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training. We don't lead our industry
- our people do.
Shift:
$18.00/hour 3rd shift: $19.44 hour (includes 8% premium) As an Assembler at Caterpillar you will: Follow documented procedures to perform safe and defect-free assembly and adjustment of parts and components. Leverage lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and waste elimination. Use industrial power tools for assembly and lifting devices to move heavy components. Be held accountable for completing standard work within the allotted cycle time (approximately 3-15-minute cycle time). Cross-train across work areas and ability to learn new work areas.Basic Requirements:
6 months of previous work experience Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods Willing and able to perform repetitive operations Willing and able to lift to 35 lbs.Top Candidates will also have:
Prior experience with hand tools or power tools Prior experience in a manufacturing environment Heavy equipment machine assembly experience Previous work experience operating an electric hoist to lift more than 35 lbs. Proven track record of good attendance and work history.Additional Information:
Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification. Employee benefit details Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off. 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.
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Summary Pay Range:
$18.00- $22.
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:
July 15, 2026- July 30, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.