About the role
Career Area:
ProcurementJob 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.
What You Will Do:
- Assesses the supplier quality and ensures that all the products are free from defects and are in compliance with manufacturing specifications and legal standards.
- Ensuring the quality of supplies by conducting tests and assessments on incoming supplies to identify any quality issues; Developing supplier inspection, testing, and evaluation mechanism.
- Generating reports on supplier quality, by monitoring their defect rates and areas that can lead to potential flaws; Guiding suppliers to reduce these defect rates.
- Researching the potential vendors, assessing their manufacturing environment, practices, and procedures; Conducting supplier quality control audits to ensure compliance with organizational and federal policies and standards.
- Supporting suppliers in improving their performance through process enhancements, implementing process controls, and developing quality assurance plans.
What Skills You Will Have:
- Effective Communications
- Problem Solving
- Process Improvement
- Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
- Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies
- Supplier Management - MFG
- Supplier Evaluations and Certification
- Quality Orientation
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Know well about casting, machining manufacturing process
- Experienced about quality management or supplier quality management.
- Good English communication skills.
Desired Qualifications:
- 6 sigma BB trained
Additional Information:
- This job needs to take some business trip to supplier site, 30% of work time.
Posting Dates:
June 5, 2026 - June 29, 2026Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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Aplyr's read
Caterpillar Inc. is a powerhouse in heavy machinery and engine manufacturing, attracting skilled engineers, technicians, and specialists to innovate and support global operations.
What's promising
- •Caterpillar's strong global market presence ensures stability and growth opportunities.
- •Investment in research and development fosters innovation in machinery and technology.
- •Diverse roles across engineering, manufacturing, and support functions offer varied career paths.
What to watch
- •Cyclical nature of construction and mining industries can impact job security.
- •Complex global supply chains may face disruptions affecting operations.
- •Environmental regulations could increase operational costs and require adaptation.
Why Caterpillar
- •Caterpillar's focus on sustainable solutions sets it apart in heavy machinery.
- •Extensive global footprint supports international career opportunities.
- •Commitment to employee development through specialized training programs.
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About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives.
