About this role
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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 that want to build a career. This is a rare opportunity to join the Caterpillar Sanford team as a direct hire. Position includes a quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program.
Shift Schedule:
1st Shift: Monday-Friday 6:15 am – 2:15 pm (Boone Trail)
1st Shift Starting Pay: $18.00/hour
We offer competitive wages, Paid Time Off quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.
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 an Assembler at Caterpillar you will:
Follow documented procedures to perform safe and defect-free assembly and adjustment of parts and components.
Leverage lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and waste elimination.
Use industrial power tools for assembly and lifting devices to move heavy components.
Be held accountable for completing standard work within the allotted cycle time (approximately 3–15-minute cycle time).
Cross-train across work areas and ability to learn new work areas.
Basic Requirements:
6 months of previous work experience
Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
Willing and able to lift to 35 lbs.
Top Candidates will also have:
Prior experience with hand tools or power tools
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
Heavy equipment machine assembly experience
Previous work experience operating an electric hoist to lift more than 35 lbs.
Proven track record of good attendance and work history.
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 details
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.
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.
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:
$18.00 - $22.40Compensation 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:
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
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
January 23, 2026 - January 29, 2026Any 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.
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Other facts
About Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
What you'll do
- As an Assembler at Caterpillar, you will perform safe and defect-free assembly of parts and components while leveraging lean manufacturing concepts. You will be accountable for completing standard work within the allotted cycle time and may cross-train across different work areas.
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