Manufacturing Tech II/ Assembler

Solar Turbines; Wamego (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plan

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. seeks candidates for an assembly role at Solar Turbines in the United States. You will work on assembling turbine parts as part of a team, following standard work instructions and safety protocols.

Training is provided; prior manufacturing or assembly experience is welcome but not required. Candidates should be able to lift up to 35 lbs, stand or sit for long periods, and adapt to varying operations. Overtime may be available by authorization.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or assembly is helpful, but not required; training provided.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods.
• Willingness to adapt to various operations and tasks.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs and operate lifting devices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Solar Turbines parts as part of a team following instructions.
• Collaborate with support teams to improve the assembly process.
• Use assembly tools and lifting devices to perform tasks safely.
• Own your work and seek learning and improvement to meet safety and quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift operation

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.

In this role, you will:

• Work as a team, following work instructions to assemble Solar Turbines parts.
• Collaborate with support teams to make continuous improvements to our assembly process.
• Utilize assembly tools and lifting devices to make the work easier and safer
• Own the work you do, actively seeking to learn and improve to ensure the highest level of adherence to safety and quality

What you will have:

• Previous work or volunteer experience (Assembly experience is not required, we provide classroom and on the job training)
• Willingness and ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Willingness and ability to adapt to various operations
• Willingness and ability to lift to 35 lbs.

Pay Rate and Schedule:

• The position includes a wage range of $19.21 - $28.81, acomprehensive benefit program!
• Opening available on 1st shift: Monday – Thursday, 5:00am - 3:30pm. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.

Physical Job Requirements – Production:

• Constantly stands on concrete floors while retrieving parts/tools and completing tasks at assigned workstation. Walks on concrete floors while retrieving parts/tools from distances of a few feet to approximately 80 feet; frequently to constantly throughout the shift.
• Sits on scooter or creeper (close to floor) on occasional basis to position body under the machine or at the bottom of the part or machine.
• Kneels on an occasional basis to position body under at the bottom of the part or machine
• Squats on a frequent basis to lift material/tools from a cart to the point of operation. Employee may need to remain in a static squatted position for a few minutes at a time on an occasional basis.
• Climbs up and down stairs, platforms, and ladders on an occasional basis up to a height of 15 feet.
• May rotate and bend at the waist while reaching into storage bins and positioning body in front of the machine/part on an occasional basis.
• Reaches with hands/arms in any direction from approximately 3 inches off the floor to overhead range on a frequent basis in any direction. On an occasional basis, the employee may need to hold in a static position with sustained reaching to the waist to head range while pushing or pulling up to 70 lbs to achieve the proper level of torque.
• Frequently lifts, up to 10-15 lbs. throughout the shift. Occasionally lifts, up to 25 lbs; On a rare basis, the employee might lift, up to 35 lbs. On an occasional basis, the employee may need to hold in a static position with sustained reaching to the waist to head range while holding 10-15 lbs.
• Will occasionally operate a forklift.
• Frequently bends the neck forward. Occasionally twists the neck, tilts the neck sideways or extends the neck to look in different directions. On a rare basis, the employee may have to hold their neck in a static position for a few minutes at a time.
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand or hands, constantly with a light to moderate grip. Occasionally, a forceful grip maybe needed to assemble parts into the correct position.
• Occasional exposure to vibration tools
• Occasionally uses fingers to operate computer and frequently uses fingers to operate hoist controls

Top Candidates will also have:

• Manufacturing experience
• Parts/product manufacturing assembly experience
• Excellent attendance record
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:

• Background Screening
• Drug Screening
• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire (clearance from Corporate Medical)

What you will get:

Our goal at Solar Turbines 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 providesDAY ONEbenefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K). Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).

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:

$19.21 - $28.81

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

Posting Dates:

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.