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Caterpillar Inc. in Sanford, ME is seeking a Quality Inspector to join the Operations team. The role involves performing inspections, ensuring products meet specifications, and supporting quality gates during pre-delivery checks.
You should have at least 6 months of prior work experience, plus proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint; strong communication, problem solving and teamwork are essential. The position offers Day ONE benefits and a quarterly bonus, with a 2nd shift and hourly pay.
Operations
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. You havea lot to offer, so we offeracommitmentin return toyou asa professional– and as a person.
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.
2nd Shift
$20.20 Per Hour
Perform quality inspection based on the check- list of inspection points/procedures
Complete inspections using a checklist and tooling provided (static tools, dry leak testing, Cab electrical tests, templates, etc.)
Performs overall quality inspection at quality gates or at pre-delivery inspection
Inspects products to ensure it meets the specifications
Gather data from various tools and tooling systems and document quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair
Cross-functional communication to complete tasks
Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods
Ability to perform repetitive operations
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Machine equipment product knowledge
Experience in Product Auditing Processes
Strong quality and attendance record
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
Meticulous and analytical nature
Ability to multitask and prioritize work
Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
Knowledge of Caterpillar Systems
Further education beyond high school
Resumes are highly encouraged for all applicants.
No relocation benefits are available.
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.
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
$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.
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.
September 11, 2026 - September 20, 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.