Fabrications Quality Technician II - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Brazil; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Quality/Manufacturing Associate for 3rd shift in the United States. The role involves measuring components with a CMM, performing quality inspections, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.

Required are a 2-year degree or 2 years of experience, strong problem solving, and knowledge of Caterpillar systems. The job includes shift work with overtime as needed and competitive total rewards.

Qualifications

• 2 year degree or 2 years functional experience required.
• Advanced problem solving and troubleshooting ability.
• Advanced computer and Caterpillar systems knowledge.
• Ability to follow standard work.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive operations.

Responsibilities

• Measures components using a CMM and other measurement tools.
• Performs quality audits and root cause analysis on quality issues.
• Documents measurements, testing and root cause analysis.
• Supports continuous improvement and CPS principles (5S, Waste Elimination).
• Oversees assembly process routing conformance to work instructions.

Skills

Problem solving

Caterpillar systems knowledge

Follow standard work

Multitasking

Communication

Stamina

Repetitive operations

Education

Two-year degree or 2 years experience

Tools

CMM measurement tools

Quality Lab

Job description

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. Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career. Caterpillar is looking for candidates who 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. We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.

3rd Shift Schedule:

Sunday night-Friday morning 10:15 PM - 6:15 AM

3rd Shift Starting Pay:

$25.92/hour (includes 8% shift premium) *Mandatory overtime as business needs require.*

Job duties may include:

• Measures components utilizing a CMM and other measurement tools
• Performs quality audits on component parts and root cause analysis on quality issues
• Performs thorough quality inspection on components
• Gather defect data and supports the continuous improvement efforts.
• May develop and update successive checks and PQA checks for each area, including check sheets for the assembly line.
• Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
• Provide quality support to the plant by creating and developing business plans for each manufacturing assembly area.
• Relies on independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasks.
• Documents measurements, testing and root cause analysis.
• Catalog quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair
• Provide oversight during the assembly process to ensure routings conform to work instructions as well as provide feedback to Engineering on design and manufacturing issues that emerge through the assembly process.
• May work with Engineering on the solution to address the issue.
• Meet with suppliers as requested to determine and communicate root cause.
• Communicates cross-functionally to complete tasks.
• Contributing team member.

Required qualifications

• 2 yr degree or 2 years functional experience
• Advanced Problem Solving/Troubleshooting Ability
• Advanced Computer and Caterpillar Systems Knowledge
• Ability to Follow Standard Work
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Effective Communication
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive operations

Desired qualifications

• Welding and fabrications experience
• CMM measurement and Quality Lab experience

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.

Summary Pay Range:

$24.00 - $30.30 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 27, 2026 - September 3, 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.

We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.