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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.
Secure job assignment, including minimal job instructions for ordinary work, facilities and materials. Determine sequence of operations.
Identify materials, prepare and pack parts, sub-assemblies and complete machines components in boxes, pallets and other containers. Load containers, parts, sub-assemblies and machines on freight cars, trucks, etc. manually or with jib and overhead cranes in accordance with loading instructions. Secure parts/material with wire rope, bands, loading rods and plates, lumber and other blocking materials and miscellaneous hardware items, using saws, drills, hammers and other hand tools. Apply preservatives and protective materials.
Workload may change mid operation to more priority concerns.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 1 year experience cutting, forming and building a variety of wood boxes for shipment of products
Experience of loading and securing large components (1000 lbs- 190,000 lbs) onto rail cars and/or trucks
Experience using a flame torch for metal bending/positioning
Experience using hand and power tools (drills, saws, etc.)
Experience reading prints/drawing or standardized work for building crates to ship parts
Some basic math required (multiplication)
Experience using forklifts, manlift or other lift machinery.
Desired Qualifications:
Carpentry background a plus
Ability to work well individually or in a team environment
Ability to work overtime to support production demands
Experience in preserving and securing parts on crates and skids
Additional Information:
This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This position is 1st shift
This position starts at $20.61/hr Step 1; $21.08/hr Step 2; $21.56/hr step 3
This position includes immediate benefits, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a matching Tax-Deferred Savings Plan.
No relocation assistance is available.
Sign On Bonus available
Why Caterpillar South Milwaukee?
Competitive Hourly Pay with Shift Differential
All Positions are Full Time
Bonuses for New Hires and Referrals
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Bereavement, Jury Duty, Military Duty Paid Benefits, Parental Leave
Benefits Effective Date of Hire - Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
401k with 6% Company Match
Company Discounts and Voluntary Benefits
Annual Employee Rewards Program
Recognition Programs
Employee Assistance Program (includes eligible dependents)
Adoption Assistance Program
Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses), Safety Boot Reimbursement
Company Provided Uniforms and Caps
Uniform Lockers, Personal Lockers, Showers
Lunchroom with Self-Service Canteen
Caterpillar 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers
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EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.Posting Dates:
April 4, 2024 - May 5, 2024Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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