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.
Job Description
Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.
Caterpillar is looking for candidates who want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional and person.
We offer competitive wages, a Paid Time Off quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begin on Day ONE, and paid training.
We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.
1st Shift – $21.70/hr
- Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM/6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM/6:30 AM – 10:30 AM
2nd Shift- $21.70/hr (+8% shift premium)
- Monday-Thursday: 2:30PM-11:30PM
- Friday: 2:30PM-6:30PM
Other aspects you can look forward to doing in this role:
- Supporting the team in implementing robust solutions to improve overall efficiency and yield.
- Developing process and developing potential solutions, and performing appropriate troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance procedures.
- Driving continuous improvement for customer requests from Operations, Packaging, Logistics execution team, Quality, Engineering, Scheduling, Safety and Purchasing.
- Assist Logistics Engineer/Manager in re-allocating space for workstations and/or storage locations.
- Build new/modify existing platforms and internable for POU part presentation.
- Repair Logistics Forklift Tackles and damaged internable and returnable containers.
- Replace damaged POU Racks /Warehouse Pallet racks.
- PM and repair Tugger Carts as well as POU Mother/Daughter carts.
- Fabricate logistics job aid tools.
- Assist Logistics Engineer/Manager in re-allocating space for workstations and/or storage locations.
Basic Requirements for the role:
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Basic understanding of hand and power tools, including their safe and effective use, to support fabrication, workstation modifications, and implementation of continuous improvement solutions.
- A working knowledge of Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to dialogue with internal customers
- A working knowledge of Design Thinking and Fabricating: Knowledge of concepts, principles, and experience in designing and Fabricating various ergonomic part presentation equipment such turn tables, platforms, and internable containers.
- A working knowledge Supporting NPI projects along with other daily Continuous Improvement tasks and flexibility to adapt to changes and Positively support changing requests.
- A working knowledge of Office 365: Outlook, PPT, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.
Top candidates will also bring:
- Resource & Project management
- Design experience utilizing 3D modeling applications
- Knowledge of Glovia or G2, Nextgen. PRWB- to check prints, Workday, AutoCad
Additional Information:
- The primary location for this position is Sanford, NC.
- Domestic relocation assistance is not available.
- Sponsorship is not available.
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 level.
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.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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:
$21.70 - $27.35
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:
September 11, 2025 - September 26, 2025
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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