Supplier Quality Technician - 3rd shift Fabrications

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.

While working in Product Support at Caterpillar Inc., you will work in an environment that supports excellence. You will lead your team in effort to support continuous improvement

What you can look forward to in this role:

• May assist with updating Incoming Quality Audit checks
• Ability to Follow Standard Work
• Follow and utilize principles of 5S
• Accountable for Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting
• Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair.
• Deliver quality support to the plant by creating and developing business plans for each manufacturing assembly area.
• Perform Incoming Inspections on Incoming Material 
• Perform inspections utilizing measurement tools (Calipers, Micrometers, Measuring Tape, etc.) 
• Create and manage NCM’s for nonconforming material 
• Perform Line sorts for nonconforming material 
• Systematically disposition nonconforming material in SAP ECC 
• Accurately transact material movement in SAP ECC 

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have 1 year of quality experience in a similar role
• Must have experience operating inspection equipment and gauges
• Must have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in SAP software
• Must have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Root Cause Analysis Experience

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Willing and able to sit/stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
• Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Willing and able to pass eye exam for visual weld inspection

Top candidates will also have:

• Previous audit experience
• Further education beyond high school
• Green Belt training
• ASQ certifications
• Blueprint reading experience
•  Intermediate proficiency in PowerPoint
•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Advanced Problem Solving/Troubleshooting Ability
•  Meticulous and analytical nature
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work
•  Welding experience
•  Machine equipment product knowledge-excavators and/or tractors
• BIQ Quality Alert Project Experience

Additional information: Resumes are encouraged for all applicants. Failure to attach a resume may lead to application to not be considered.  This is a 2nd shift position with an entry pay of $24.34 (includes 8%-night shift premium).

3rd shift:  *Sunday- Thursday, 11 pm-7:10 am
*Overtime as required to support business needs.

Summary Pay Range:

$22.10 - $27.65

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:

March 25, 2026 - April 5, 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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