Career Area:
Manufacturing
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.
At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Quality Analyst (2nd Shift) in Peoria, IL.
Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.
We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.
Job Summary:
As a Quality Analyst (2nd Shift), you are responsible for providing team leadership (non-supervisory) and analytical sample processing support for SOS Services initiatives. You will use a variety of analytical techniques and wet chemistry to process oil, fuel, and coolant samples submitted by customers. Engineers and dealers use results to manage equipment preventative maintenance schedules.
Additional Info:
- This position requires the candidate to work a 5 day-a-week schedule in Peoria, IL.
- This is a second shift position: Monday through Friday 3-11:30 PM
- Relocation Offered: None
- Sponsorship Offered: None
- Travel: Up to 10%
What You Will Do:
The Quality Analyst is responsible for providing team leadership in several areas of specialization. Possible areas of specialization may include:
- Management of employee training plans
- ISO 9001 Quality System
- Laboratory safety (CHP, Waste Disposal, EHS compliance)
- High level Instrument Troubleshooting & Repair
- Laboratory Tours
- Daily Customer Interactions
- Quality Metrics & Sample Billing tracking
- Fuel Testing Support (Particle Count, Physical Tests, Oxidation Stability, Distillation, Color, % Biodiesel Pour Point & Cloud Point, Flash Point, Bacteria/Fungus Testing, Fuel Sulfur Analyzer)
- Oil Testing Support (Particle Count Analysis, Viscosity Analysis, FTIR Analysis, Gas Chromatography, Titrate Analysis, ICP)
- Coolant Testing Support (Physical Testing, Nitrite, pH, conductivity, RI testing, IC/HPLC)
Sample Prep, Handling & Registration support - Material Inspection and Supply Receipt Support
- Daily Instrument Validation Support (Weight Audits, daily checks)
What You Have (Required Skills):
- Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.
- Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.
- Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
- Experience with various laboratory testing techniques
- Strong analytical skills
- Experience working in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Sharepoint, etc.)
What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):
- Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.
- Four-year degree in chemistry (or related field) or equivalent work experience
- Demonstrates willingness to be a leader
- Demonstrates expertise in all SOS Services oil testing
- Six Sigma Green Belt, or experience leading a project
What You Will Get:
Through it all, we are one team– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.
Summary Pay Range:
$79,800.00 - $119,760.00
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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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.
Posting Dates:
September 29, 2025 - October 20, 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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