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Career Area:

Operations

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.

As a Quality Inspector at Caterpillar Inc., you will verify that products meet the required specifications, from pre-production throughout the production process, and troubleshoot issues. You will investigate internally and externally reported defects to understand impact and root cause. You will provide defect investigation summaries to communicate root cause, containment inspections/rework, and corrective actions.

*Quality control - Check that products meet required specifications by measuring characteristics through use of inspection equipment including CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine), laser profile scanner, Keyence IMM, and portable CMM equipment (3D Laser) and PC DMIS software to evaluate tooling and product manufactured at, or supplied to, Caterpillar.

*Understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) print requirements and apply the correct metrology application.

*Maintenance of measuring equipment - Repair and maintain measuring tools to keep them working properly.

*Data analysis - Examine measurement results to find trends or problems.

*Development of measurement procedures - Create methods for accurate and reliable measurement.

*Training and technical support - Teach the correct use and care of measurement equipment

*Technology watch – Stay current on new measurement technologies

*Documentation – Compile measurement data and prepare dimensional reports; example - PPAP submission

*Collaboration with other departments – Use clear and effective communication to work with teams such as Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling and Product/Design Control Engineering to ensure that products and processes meet quality standards.

*Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) to identify potential areas for measurement and process improvements

Basic Qualifications** **:

*** Technical skills - Strong understanding of measurement principles, calibration procedures, and the programming and use of various measurement tools such as (Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), laser profile scanner, Keyence IMM, MTS test equipment and portable CMM equipment/3D scanner, as well as other measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, bore gages, etc.) using PC DMIS software as applicable to evaluate tooling and product manufactured at, or supplied to, Caterpillar **.

*Must have technical knowledge of HPMP products and manufacturing processes; rubber molding processes (compression, injection, transfer, injection-transfer), plastics injection molding of engineered resins

*Analytical Skills - Ability to collect and analyze data, identify problems, and develop/communicate solutions.

*Problem-Solving Skills **-** Ability to troubleshoot issues with measurement instruments and processes.

*Candidate must be advanced in the use of Excel spreadsheets, preparation of dimensional reports, including the use of 3D model images as appropriate to document measurements taken

*Knowledge of Specification Requirements - Familiarity with specifications and standards related to measurement and quality control.

*Must know how to effectively read prints to include GD&T and 1E specifications

*Must have computer experience to include effective electronic communication, Excel, SAP, Infinity, EPIX, HVC, and REDI

*High attention to detail

Top candidates will also have** **:

*Experience with programming and use of measurement equipment such as CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine), 3D scanner using 3D model for measurement/overlay, laser profile scanner, Keyence IMM equipment, MTS performance testing equipment

*Experience with preparing dimensional measurement reports for PPAP submission

*Experience with multiple value streams, multiple part teams

*Experience with NPI process

*Communication Skills - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members, engineers, and other stakeholders.

*Candidates must exhibit excellent written and oral communication skills to be able to relay information to people who may need help in understanding highly technical terminologies and metrology principles.

What to Expect After Applying** **:

*Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.

*Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.

*On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone

screen and the online assessment.

**Additional Information** :

*Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process. If you wish to know the status of your application - please review your job submissions 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers.

Summary Pay Range:

$24.50 - $30.55

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:

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:

April 25, 2025 - May 9, 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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