Machine Loader - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts

Caterpillar Inc.

Sanford (NC)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 34,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) savings plans
Paid time off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Machine Loader in Sanford, NC. The role involves loading and unloading heavy fabrication components, assisting machinists or welders, and keeping the fabrication area clean and organized. Overtime may be required.

Starting pay is $20.20 per hour with 8% shift premium for 2nd/3rd shifts, plus a comprehensive benefits package starting Day 1. Resumes encouraged; no relocation benefits.

Qualifications

  • Experience with Overhead Hoists OR Overhead Cranes.
  • Material handling experience.
  • Manufacturing experience.
  • Machining experience or exposure.
  • Welding experience or exposure.

Responsibilities

  • Load/unload and position heavy fabrication metal components in holding fixtures using lifting devices
  • Assist Machinists or Welders with certain processes
  • Maintain Fabrications area in a clean and orderly condition
  • Follow documented procedures, standard work, routings and blueprints

Skills

Overhead Hoists

Job description

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.

Career Area

Operations

Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. Position includes a starting wage of $20.20/hour (+ 8% Shift Premium for 2nd & 3rd Shifts), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program that begins on Day 1.

Shift Schedule

1st Shift: Monday-Friday 6:15 am - 2:15 pm

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2:15 pm - 10:15 pm

3rd Shift: Sunday night-Friday morning 10:15 pm - 6:15 am

Overtime as business needs require.

Starting Pay Rates

1st Shift: $20.20/hour

2nd & 3rd Shifts: $21.82/hour (includes 8% shift premium)

Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.

This position provides fabrications support activities including loading robots and/or machining centers as well as ensuring cleanliness of the area.

As a Machine Loader At Caterpillar, You Will
  • Load/unload and position heavy fabrication metal components in holding fixtures using lifting devices
  • Assist Machinists or Welders with certain processes
  • Maintain Fabrications area in a clean and orderly condition
  • Follow documented procedures, standard work, routings and blueprints
Basic Qualifications
  • Experience with Overhead Hoists OR Overhead Cranes
Physical Requirements (with Or Without Reasonable Accommodation)
  • Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
  • Willing and able to perform repetitive operation
  • Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
  • Material handling experience
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Machining experience or exposure
  • Welding experience or exposure

Additional Information: Resumes are highly encouraged for all applicants. Failure to attach a resume may lead to application to not be considered. Position is located in Sanford, NC. No relocation benefits are available.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, 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 (prorated based upon hire date).

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.

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

$20.20 - $25.25

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
  • 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
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