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Caterpillar, Decatur, Illinois, United States, 62526

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Assembly And Test Specialist

Your work shapes the world at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, youre 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 dont 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. Assembly and Test Specialists are a vital part of the overall manufacturing process here at Decatur Caterpillar. Our team of Assembly and Test Specialists are required to meet safety and quality standards in addition to maintaining a clean and organized work area and facility. Our team requires the ability to work with a variety of tools and machinery to assemble or repair products. Job duties/responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Assembling/testing, reworking and repairing machine components Operate test machines to test final drive assemblies Prepare prime products and attachments for shipping Performs required salvage operations in assembly areas as necessary Disassemble and reassemble complex assemblies to repair or replace damaged component parts Operate remote control crane to specially equipped vehicles to transport prime product Basic qualifications: Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork Mechanical background or industrial assembly Past assembly experience Comfortable with being at heights up to 20 feet off the ground on ladders and lifts Ability to perform simple computer operations Understanding of both hand and air (pneumatic) tooling Top candidates will possess: Previous experience in a manufacturing environment Working knowledge of standard and metric sizes and compatibility Previous overhead crane experience Understanding of 5S principles Forklift certified Ability to read and understand prints and 3D and 2D imagery Starting pay is $20.40/hr + $1.00 shift premium. This opening is on 2nd shift, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. As part of the recruitment process, you need to complete an online assessment. This will be sent to the email you used to apply. Look for an email titled "Your Online Assessment..." Position is located in Decatur, IL - no relocation package is offered. Positions are supplemental with limited benefits with a standard 40 hour work week. 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 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 .