Assembly Technician 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day ONE benefits

Quarterly bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Sanford, NC is seeking a productive Assembler to join our Operations team. You will follow documented procedures to assemble and adjust parts, use power tools and occasional hoists, and help maintain safety and quality throughout the build of top‑of‑the‑line equipment.

Shift options include 1st and 3rd shifts with competitive pay ($18.00/hour or $19.44/hour with an 8% premium), day‑one benefits, and a pathway to growth through training and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6 months of previous work experience
• Able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Able to perform repetitive operations
• Able to lift to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Be held accountable for completing standard work within the allotted cycle time (approximately 3–15-minute cycle time).
• Cross-train across work areas and ability to learn new work areas.

Skills

Follow procedures

Lean manufacturing

Cross-training

Tools

Power tools

Electric hoist

Job description

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining 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’tjust 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.

Are you ready to build what matters? Build More ThanMachines. Build aCareer.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. This is a rare opportunity to join the Caterpillar Sanford team as a direct hire. Position includes a wage of $18.00 /hour (+8% shift premium for 3rd shift - $19.44/hour), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program.

Shift Schedule:

1st Shift : Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 4:00 pm/ Monday - Thursday 6:30 am - 4:30 pm

3rd Shift : Monday -Thursday 7:00 pm - 5:00 am/ Monday - Thursday 7:30 pm – 5:30 am

Training Schedule: _ Will train on 1st shift for up to 2 weeks _

Monday- Thursday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

We offer competitive wages, Paid Time Off quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.

• 1st Shift: $18.00/hour
• 3rd shift: $19.44 hour (includes 8% premium)

As an Assembler at Caterpillar you will:

• Follow documented procedures to perform safe anddefect-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.
• Be held accountable for completing standard work within the allotted cycle time (approximately 3–15-minute cycle time).
• Cross-train across work areas and ability to learn new work areas.

Basic Requirements:

• 6 months of previous work experience
• Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
• Willing and able to lift to 35 lbs.

Top Candidates will also have:

• Prior experience with hand tools or power tools
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
• Heavy equipment machine assembly experience
• Previous work experience operating an electric hoist to lift more than 35 lbs.
• Proven track record of good attendance and work history.

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.

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

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

Summary Pay Range:

$18.00 - $22.40

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:

October 16, 2026 - November 29, 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.