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.
Company Benefits:
6% 401k match
Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)
HSA with company contribution
Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
Paid personal days
11 paid holidays
Annual merit increases
Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
Education Tuition Assistance
Available Shift:
Essential Responsibilities:
-Performs periodic documented testing of materials, both manufactured and purchased – including material trials and retesting, to quality specifications
-Records quality test results, communicates results, issues quality alerts and deviations as needed, in a timely manner
-Monitor and analyze test data, identify trends in data and communicate to supervisor and manufacturing engineers as needed; Statistical Process Control (SPC)
-Performs periodic reviews of testing standard work and recommends any needed changes
-Perform SAP transactions needed to place material in/out of quality hold and quarantine/label nonconforming material
-Support Product Teams
-Maintain Quality and Processes
-Conduct material testing, including performance testing
-Communicate test results clearly and concisely in a timely manner
-Reviews incoming material certificates of analysis (COA’s) on an audit basis for compliance to specifications and records audit results
-Monitors quality standards of manufactured materials
-Complete needed equipment calibrations and preventive maintenance; communicate any calibration concerns
-Program testing equipment for new part additions. This includes the Instron testing equipment as well as Keyence, Hexagon, MTS equipment, Alpha testing equipment as needed
Basic Qualifications:
*2 years manufacturing experience
*1 year SAP experience
Top candidates will also have:
*Strong communication skills, both oral and written
*Works well with others, especially during high stress situations and at all levels of the organization
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
*Familiar with CQMS/ISO certification, especially calibration, document control, internal auditing
*Self-starter, able to work independently
*Experience with Infinity SPC system
*Experience using and programming testing equipment; Instron, Alpha, Keyence Image Measurement, Hexagon CMM, 3D scanning, MTS test equipment
What to Expect After Applying:
Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, 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:
$24.95 - $31.15
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:
April 17, 2026 - April 24, 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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