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.

CATERPILLAR REMANUFACTURING

Do you have a passion for helping customers and supporting a sustainable solution? Since 1973, Cat Reman has helped bring the value at the core of every Cat product back to life. Customers look to us to provide a high-quality solution that is good for their business - and promotes sustainability. It's important to us to deliver. Our team is full of industry leaders. Together, following common values, we share a passion for delivering sustainability benefits that help the company contribute to a circular economy. It’s rewarding work, with an inspiring team, where every contribution matters.

Our Caterpillar Remanufacturing Division currently has an opening for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician III position located in the Corinth, MS facility. This position will ensure production Value Stream goals are met in PQVC by providing support for the Manufacturing Engineers in the execution of project implementation and daily support of the Operations team as warranted. The candidate will assist the Engineers in developing print packages for RFQ’s, tooling and fixturing, CI card completion, Standard Work and other ETQ documentation creation and maintenance, plant layouts and related tasks as needed.
 

Job Duties Will Include but not limited to:

• Operator should have attention to detail and be self-motivated.
• Operator will work in a team environment.
• Operator is expected to cross train in other areas of operations to provide flexibility within the job classification scope.
• Troubleshooting of engine test
• Ability to run and diagnose test cells
• Support NPI and implementation of updated processes
• Support installation and run-off of new equipment
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment problems or other issues related to NPI
• Trial and runoff of new tools and associated training of group leaders and operators
• Investigation and implementation of VS CI cards
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment problems
• Manage Suppliers for the fabrication of lifting devices, tooling, and fixturing
• Create and update standard work, safe operating procedures, control plans and SFMEA documentation
• Evaluating and updating standard work, process flow, control plan, FMEA documents
• Interfacing with operations and other cross functional groups in addition to engineering team members
• Expected to determine and perform root cause corrective analyses and actions.
• Assembly tooling and fixture design
• Assist with torque tooling implementation
• MES work instructions / MBOM improvements
• Create tooling drawings and plant layouts in AutoCAD
• Purchase needed tooling and supplies through Caterpillar’s Purchase Order System
• Attend and actively participate in safety and team meetings
• Attend and actively participate in LEAN events and workshops

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years in a diesel engine manufacturing or test facility OR Associate’s degree in Diesel Mechanics Technology or similar field
• Experience reading wiring and mechanical schematics (prints)
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving problems, recognizing the need for support and creating teams to accomplish tasks, if necessary.
• High proficiency of PC skills including Microsoft office applications
• Listed experience OR a Bachelor’s degree in a manufacturing or engineering related field

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in a manufacturing or engineering related field
• Currently enrolled in or desire to pursue additional education in a manufacturing related field
• 2+ years of experience working with bill of materials and engine assembly or diesel mechanics
• Strong Diesel Engine Background and Understanding of how to build diesel engines from 7L up to C175-20
• Diesel Engine Test Experience
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, Creo, etc.)
• Tooling/fixturing design experience
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• High degree of accountability for product and processes
• Process improvement experience

Physical Requirements:

• Certain functions within this job category may require:
• Physical exertion and effort to safely lift push or pull components or parts
• Standing or sitting at workstations for extended periods of time
• The safe execution of repetitive motions
• Ability to repetitively lift parts weighing up to 35lbs.
• Visual and hearing abilities as appropriate for safe execution of job duties, functions, and tasks

Job Bid Eligibility Requirements:

• Any current agency workers applying to this position must have worked the required 60 days in order to be considered as well as meeting all requirements for the position.

Additional information

Compensation & Benefits Offered!

Starting hourly pay rate of $27.20 (pay negotiations based on skills/experience)

Work Hours: 5AM - 3PM; Monday - Thursday

40-hour work weeks with potential for overtime

80 hours of vacation with an additional 24 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO)

10 Paid holidays

Climate controlled work environment – most areas

100% 401k match up to 6% offered on day 1 of employment

Health, dental, vision, & life insurance offered on day 1 of employment

Potential annual performance increase

Clean/safe work environment

Paid holiday shut down at the end of the year (dependent upon business needs)

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any Caterpillar position:

• Background Screening
• Drug & Alcohol Screening (Applicants are hereby advised that the Company has implemented a drug and alcohol policy and conducts a testing program, pursuant to Sections 71-7-1, et al., of the Mississippi Code of 1972, Ann. (hereinafter referred to as “the Act”), and you are hereby advised of the existence of said Act.)
• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical

Check out our Caterpillar Remanufacturing facility by clicking the link below: 
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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

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.

Posting Dates:

October 9, 2024 - October 16, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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