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Assembler - 1st Shift - Lafayette, IN - Caterpillar, Inc.
Lafayette, IN
Posted: May 24, 2022 01:53

Job Description

Career Area:

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Job Description:

As an Assembler you will be responsible for a multitude of manufacturing functions. You will assemble parts into engine components (subassemblies). You will also inspect, and package diesel engines parts.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Perform quality test on diesel engine subassemblies

  • Diagnose malfunctions

  • Perform adjustments

  • Repair subassemblies, as needed which have been found defective

  • Manage all material and components used within their assigned area

Basic Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge of air/hand tools

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

  • Basic knowledge in reading and interpreting prints

  • Demonstrate skills in Numerical Computation, Mechanical Aptitude, Problem Solving, and Reading Comprehension

  • Demonstrated good attendance record

  • Ability to work in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

*Ability to frequently lift and carry product weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes

*Ability to push / pull product weighing up to 50 pounds for intervals of 10-15 minutes

*Work at heights of up to 30 feet from the floor

*Ability to drive order picker, reach truck and / or sit-down forklifts after training period

*Ability to climb on and off order picker, reach truck and / or sit-down forklifts multiple times per day

*Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures

*Walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes, with or without reasonable accommodation

*Ability to stand up to 8+ hours per day on concrete floor with or without limited movement

*Ability to climb up and down ladders of 6 feet with handrails

*Ability to work in an environment with noise levels averaging up to 85 db per 8 hours

*Ability to work overtime as requested by employer

*Able to complete training on a computer when required (this is primarily for safety and job-related training)

No relocation reimbursement is offered.

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 www.Caterpillar.com/careers .

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.



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Company Overview

Caterpillar, Inc.

Lafayette, IN