Job Description
Career Area:
Manufacturing
Job Description:
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.
Job Summary:
This role will report to the Quality team and will work with a cross functional team to develop inspection methods and frequency for critical parts and fixtures. Performs advanced inspections on fabricated and purchased finished parts and reports on materials and products ensuring conformance to company quality standards. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can't wait for you to join the team!!
What You Will Do: - Identifying, analyzing, and resolving non-conformances.
- Investigating problems on purchased finished, rough, and interplant materials.
- Interacting with cross functional team members to determine root cause of quality issues and ensuring corrective action is put in place
Education requirement:
Candidates should either possess a relevant degree or demonstrate strong proficiency using Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) tooling.
What skills you will have:
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: - Working knowledge in usage of modern CMM tooling (FARO Laser Tracker, Leica Absolute Tracker, Creaform 3D Scanner, etc.)
- Measures components and weldments using modern CMM measurement tools (FARO Laser Tracker, Leica Absolute Tracker, Creaform 3D Scanner).
- Populates detailed inspection reports using PCDMIS, Polyworks, Inspire, and other applicable quality software.
- Utilizes working knowledge of GD&T and cross references with established engineering print datums to ensure accurate coordinate systems.
- Gathers available information (VisMockup/TeamCenter) on fabrication weldments to ensure precise measurements are taken allowing for fixture modifications.
- Desires to continue learning through virtual and in person trainings to become the subject matter expert for factory inspections.
Flexibility and Adaptability: - Adjusts to changes in inspection schedules based on production demand in factory. Daily updates and production report out/pass down for off shift.
- Adapts to input from relevant value streams (Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, etc.) to ensure consistent inspection outputs.
- Identifies alternative approaches to encountered problems and proposes solutions to continue moving forward.
Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: - Understands and applies Caterpillar standards regarding tool auditing, execution of Quality Gates, and reporting procedures.
- Downloads component prints (PRWB/EPIX), Standard Work (MS Teams), production routings (SAP), and associated industry specifications (ASTM, ASME, 1E) for all associated Quality tasks.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA): - Determines true root cause of identified repeat failures (inspection, fabrication, assembly, packaging) and proposes novel solutions based on process knowledge.
- Investigates historical failure modes (SAP, All Quality Events) and takes proactive action to suggest inspection methods for Incoming Quality Audit.
- Practices RCA as an iterative process.
Top Candidates will also have: - Advanced skill using CMM tooling
- Expert level skill using InnovMetric PolyWorks
- Expert level skill using GD&T
Additional Information:
The location for this position is Denison, TX
Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
This position will require 10% travel.
What you will get:
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides: - Competitive Base Salary
- Annual incentive bonus plan*
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
- 401k savings plan
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Life Insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy Lifestyle Programs
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.
Final details:
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
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Summary Pay Range:
$79,800.00 - $119,760.00
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:
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .
Relocation is available for this position.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
Posting Dates:
February 3, 2025 - February 17, 2025
Any 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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