Production Support Specialist II - 3rd Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day ONE benefits

Quarterly bonus

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is hiring for a Production Support Specialist II on the 3rd shift in Sanford, North Carolina. The role involves making small repairs, servicing machines, and ensuring equipment is clean and ready for the next stage. Starting pay is $24.00 per hour with a shift premium and full Day ONE benefits.

The candidate should have at least one year of manufacturing/assembly experience and mechanical know-how, plus good communication skills and the ability to work safely and independently.

Qualifications

• One year of manufacturing/assembly experience.
• Mechanical experience is required.
• Good communication skills; both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and take safety seriously.

Responsibilities

• Make small repairs and service machines according to routings or rework process.
• Wash machines after leaks or spills and prepare for next stage.
• Rotate within quick repair for each assembly line and PDI reprocessing.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

CTL/SSL machines

Job description

Production Support Specialist II - 3rd Shift

Sanford, North Carolina, United States

Oct 13, 2026

$24 - $30/hour

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.

Job Description

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, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

What this looks like (starts after 90 days):

• 3rd Shift Starting Pay: $24.00/hour + 8% Shift Premium

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

As a Product Support 2 ID at Caterpillar, you will:

• Make small repairs and service machines. Typical expectations are to check ATRS for defects and repair per routings or per rework process provided
• Wash machines out after fluid leak or spill before sending to next stage
• Rotate within quick repair for each assembly line, quick repair for PDI and reprocessing for east and west lines

Basic Requirements :

• One year of manufacturing/assembly experience
• Mechanical experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Candidate must take safety very seriously and respect the power of the machine. He/she must be willing to be instructed and/or corrected to address potential safety concerns while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Licensed to operate Sanford CTL/SSL machines
• Good communication skills; both oral and written
• Initiative and maturity to work independently
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems
• Experience assembly or repairing SSL or CTL machines

Additional Information:

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.

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:

$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.

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*

Incentive bonus*

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

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.

Solving our customers' toughest challenges

Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in manufacturing construction and mining equipment, engines, and industrial services, dedicated to sustainability and customer success across diverse industries.