Product Assembler I - BHLN - Waco, TX

What you can expect:

As an Assembler you can expect to assemble large and heavy parts to complete units or subassemblies on machines. You will use hand tools, small power tools, and other special equipment/ tooling on a regular basis. Reassembles or reworks units as required. Assemblers report defects and need for repairs on mobile equipment by following safety check procedures as needed. Perform daily housekeeping functions as required. Ability to follow safety procedures, Standard Work Instructions and work in a safe manner.

Summary Pay Range:

$18.90 - $24.60

What You Will Do:

• Assemble components, subassemblies, and finished units according to specifications and work instructions.

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized assembly equipment safely and effectively.

• Rework or repair units as required to meet quality standards.

• Identify and report equipment defects or maintenance concerns.

• Perform daily housekeeping and maintain an organized work area.

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and standard work instructions.

• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives while working in a team-oriented environment.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods

• Ability to perform repetitive operations

• Ability to lift-up to 35 lbs.

Basic Qualifications:

• 6 months of work experience

• Basic computer experience is required

• Must be capable and willing to learn the operation and basic care of mobile equipment such as forklifts

Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.

Top candidates will also have:

• Parts/Product Assembly Manufacturing experience

• Mechanical ability

• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience

• Overhead hoists and/or crane experience

• Torque tool experience

• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/Knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) of Standard Assembly Tools and their applications

• Intermediate proficiency with Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work

• Flexible mindset

• Previous forklift experience

Additional Information:

Shift & Hours: 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM. Employees must be able to work mandatory overtime on Fridays when required to meet business demands.

Starting Rate: $19.59

Location: Waco, TX with the BHLN Group (Backhoe Loader Node)

No relocation assistance is available for this position. Includes a comprehensive full-time benefit package. Must be able to work mandatory overtime on Fridays as needed to support business needs.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, 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 (prorated based upon hire date).

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.

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