Hose Assembler - 1st Shift

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

• Identify tooling and equipment necessary to perform assigned operation 

• Follow start up and shut down procedures on all equipment, monitor and adjust equipment as necessary and record same 

• Using a variety of different ways or means, move materials as required 

• Perform various assembly or sub-assembly processes including but not limited to ringing, naming, and hand assembly. 

• Maintain records relating to production, downtime, quality, maintenance, etc. 

• Ensure that all quality standards are met by visually inspecting work and/or with measuring devices 

• Recognize operating irregularities and machine malfunctions and make corrections or notify the proper person to correct 

• Perform rework as necessary 

• Perform machine set-up as required 

• Instruct and train assigned operators on work tasks, safety procedures, proper use of equipment and the importance of performing to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality standards 

• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as required 

• Meet or exceed production requirements or notify Team Lead or Manage of reason of deviation from standard 

• Work safely at all times and comply with safety regulations regarding the use of protective equipment and devices 

• Keep work area, equipment, machine, etc. clean and orderly at all times 

• Perform necessary computer transactions in various computer applications and software programs 

• Offer suggestion for improving productivity, process, safety, or work environment 

• Perform other miscellaneous job assignments and related functions as directed by Team Lead, Manager or other designated person 

• Must perform as a team member with the willingness and attitude to work with others to resolve problems. Must also maintain a good working relationship with  

Work Environment 

• Job requires the ability to stand or walk 10 – 12 hours 

• Ability to frequently lift and carry material weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15 to 30  minutes 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Beginner level proficiency of blueprint reading 

• Previous use of precision measuring equipment 

 Top Candidates will also have: 

• Strong communication and organizational skills 

• Previous SAP experience 

• Intermediate level of computer proficiency 

• Previous manufacturing experience a plus

Additional Information: 

•  Relocation assistance is not offered for this position

Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, 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