Career Area:
Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Job Description:
Job Description
At Caterpillar, we're working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn't be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world - for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Quality Assurance Analyst in Champaign, IL.
The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).
We're committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We're exploring new ideas and opportunities - innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow's growth.
Through it all, we are one team (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYIDne7Q5ek&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB_i-UVln&index=39) - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.
Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvCYWtWARlk&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB_i-UVln&index=25) .
Integrated Logistics
The logistics team provides end-to-end integrated logistics solutions designed, deployed and executed to support Caterpillar's global footprint of manufacturing plants, suppliers, distribution centers and dealers. Capabilities include:
Packaging Design and Returnable Container Management
Inbound International and Domestic Transportation
Logistics Network Operations - including Manufacturing Parts Nodes, Site Logistics and Cross Dock Operations
Outbound Logistics - International and Domestic: Specialized Cargo and Product Distribution Solutions
As a Quality Assurance Analyst, you will report to a Quality Supervisor but may receive assignments from other management staff or lead personnel. Quality Assurance Analysts perform quality control and/or technical support for all functional departments including receiving, shipping, storage, processing, communication and/or related equipment, packaging and returns to ensure client standards are maintained.
Job duties may include, but are not limited to:
Maintains a cooperative relationship with all team members and may berequired to perform duties outside of the normal work routine
Utilizes specialized knowledge of client materialto identify and analyze incoming partsand complaintsfromcustomersandsuppliers and makes appropriate disposition
Inspects methods and processes used for storing, packaging andshipping customer orders
May be responsible for maintaining accurate inventoryof parts, tools required to perform specific duties
Interfaces with client and client systems to ascertain qualityparameters and specific tolerance standards
Investigates part identification integrity and maintains applicablerecords. Tests incoming materialusing a variety of tools and testing equipment
May perform clientand/or vendor product sample tests and layout approvals forfurther analysis
Conducts sample audits ofmaterialto be packaged or shipped and maintains corresponding records
May be required to compilequality reports as facility or client needs dictate
Must have basic PC skillsi.e.Word,PowerPoint, Excel, and other applications relevant to Quality processes
Must be able to work overtime and irregular shifts asneeded
Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and carry tools, product weighing up 50 pounds, work at heights up to 20 feet from the floor, work in changing environmental conditions and squat, bend and stretch for short intervals, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Additional Information
Relocation is not offered for this position
This is a 3rdShift position (Sunday night - Friday morning, 10:30pm - 7:00am)
Ba sic Qualifications
Requires highschool diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience in warehousing and/or quality
Ability to read and interpret blueprintsand/or electronic schematics diagrams
Working knowledge of complex inspection tools including dial boreindicators, micrometers and various gages, etc.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
Aworking knowledge of Cat Logistics and/or client inventory and reporting systems
1+ years of direct customer service experience
Previous experience in quality control
ASQ (American Society for Quality) certification or Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.Caterpillar.com/careers .
Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
