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Assembler - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Inc.

Full time Posted: 6 hours ago Other

Hiring from: United States

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 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.

What This Looks Like

  • 1st shift: $19.28/hour

We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors.

As An Assembler At Caterpillar, You Will

  • Follow documented procedures to perform safe and defect free assembly and adjustment of parts and components.
  • Leverage lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and waste elimination.
  • Use industrial power tools for assembly and lifting devices to move heavy components.

Basic Requirements

  • At least 6 months of previous work experience
  • Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.**

Physical Requirements (with Or Without Reasonable Accommodation)

  • Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
  • Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
  • Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

  • 2+ years of continuous employment in industrial assembly or manufacturing
  • Continuous work history with progressive movement
  • Heavy equipment machine assembly experience

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. Successful candidates must pass an online assessment prior to interview.

Shift Schedule

1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

  • Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.**

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.

Summary Pay Range

$19.28 - $24.12

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

August 17, 2026 - August 30, 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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