Assembly Senior Manufacturing Support - 3rd Shift

Employer 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.

Are you ready to build what matters?  Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.  

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

3rd Shift Starting Pay: $27.20/hour (+ 8% Shift Premium)3rd Shift: Monday-Thursday 7:30 PM - 5:30 AM, Overtime as business needs require
As Assembly Support at Caterpillar Inc., you will directly support Section Managers and Assembly on plant floor through 5S activities, area layout, MRDR process, Continuous Improvement, CAV audit and other activities for assembly as needed.

Job duties will include but may not be limited to:

Follows and utilizes Caterpillar Production System principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard WorkRelies on independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasksMust meet deadlinesAbility to multitask and prioritize workCross-functional communication to complete tasksProvide summaries to leadershipContributing team member
Required Qualifications

Successful completion of Caterpillar Non-Management Selection ProcessEffective CommunicationStrong analytical skillsProblem identification and solving skillsComputer Literate-Strong math backgroundAbility to work in a team-oriented environmentMechanical/Assembly ExperienceOperations/Industrial Planning ExperienceUnderstanding of the Assembly Planning SystemsAbility to sit or stand for prolonged periodsAbility to perform repetitive operationsAbility to lift up to 35lbsWork overtime, weekends, and/or holidays as needed
Desired Qualifications

Advanced Computer and Caterpillar Systems Knowledge”Previous experience with 5SPrevious leadership experienceAuto CAD experienceWell-versed in Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing principlesPrevious Quality experienceOperate industrial equipment such as forklifts and aerial lifts as required
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.

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.

  

Summary Pay Range:

$27.20 - $33.95

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:

October 30, 2026 - November 12, 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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