Production Support Specialist I - Test & Adjust - 1st Shift

Career Area:OperationsJob 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.Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.Caterpillar is looking for candidates who want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7lYHGxaBEg) to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.Shift Schedule:1st Shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Overtime as business needs require1st Shift Starting Pay: $21.07/hourJob DescriptionUnder general supervision supports current product production through the testing and repair of BCP machines according to the specifications from Engineering. Tests and validates production machines according to Engineering protocols. Performs carious activities to test for proper operations and quality issues of BCP machines, performing necessary rework and repair when issues are found. May coordinate CSD compliance through coordination of off line WIP activity and other duties as assigned.Job duties may include the following:

Operation of Sanford built products

In depth knowledge of hydraulics including testing and calibrations

Ability to read electrical schematics and follow the electrical circuits on machines

Perform rework on quality defects that cannot be immediately addressed on the assembly line

Support Design Engineers by gathering data for research and evaluations, by conducting technically complex teardowns and assembly of BCP components/equipment.

Uses various tools provided in the work area to perform assembly duties and may include the use of lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs.

Follows documented procedures standard work, routings, and blueprints to perform safe and defect free assembly and/or adjustment of components and prime product.

May conduct assembly on new product introductions according to engineering schematics

Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work

Define, communicate and verify daily rework activities

Relies on independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasks

Active participation in scheduling and confirming rework activities

Must meet deadlines

Ability to multitask and prioritize work

Monitor CAT computer system to conduct hydraulic, electrical, mechanical or other component tests on BCP machines

Catalogues defects and resolution in computer based system

Conduct additional diagnostics and analysis to identify defects and quality issues that are more complex

Catalogues failures and communicates to relevant personnel as appropriate

Scheduling shipment of prime product ensuring CSD compliance

Working knowledge of Caterpillar systems, ATRS, PSPS, STAR

Cross-function communication to complete tasks

Effective teamwork

Provide summaries to leadership

Physical Requirements :

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods, ability to perform repetitive operations, ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Basic Qualifications :

12 months of heavy equipment machine assembly experience

Top candidates will also have :

Further education beyond high school

Proficiency reading technical/manufacturing drawings

Ability to read schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with Microsoft Office Applications

Experience with Standard Work and/or Standard Operating Procedures

Caterpillar product knowledge

Manufacturing experience

Additional Information:Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.Employee benefit detailsOur 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.Final detailsPlease 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.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, OPosting Dates:December 2, 2024 - December 8, 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .