Production Support Specialist 1 - Test & Adjust (1st Shift)
Caterpillar

Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:

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Job Description

This is a 1st shift hourly position with an entry pay of $21.07/hour located in Sanford, NC. Under general supervision supports current product production through the testing and repair of BCP machines according to the specifications from Engineering. Tests and validates production machines according to Engineering protocols. Performs carious activities to test for proper operations and quality issues of BCP machines, performing necessary rework and repair when issues are found. May coordinate CSD compliance through coordination of off line WIP activity and other duties as assigned.

Job duties may include the following:

• Operation of Sanford built products
  
• In depth knowledge of hydraulics including testing and calibrations
  
• Ability to read electrical schematics and follow the electrical circuits on machines
  
• Perform rework on quality defects that cannot be immediately addressed on the assembly line
  
• Support Design Engineers by gathering data for research and evaluations, by conducting technically complex teardowns and assembly of BCP components/equipment.
  
• Uses various tools provided in the work area to perform assembly duties and may include the use of lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs.
  
• Follows documented procedures standard work, routings, and blueprints to perform safe and defect free assembly and/or adjustment of components and prime product.
  
• May conduct assembly on new product introductions according to engineering schematics
  
• Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work
  
• Define, communicate and verify daily rework activities
  
• Relies on independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasks
  
• Active participation in scheduling and confirming rework activities
  
• Must meet deadlines
  
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work
  
• Monitor CAT computer system to conduct hydraulic, electrical, mechanical or other component tests on BCP machines
  
• Catalogues defects and resolution in computer based system
  
• Conduct additional diagnostics and analysis to identify defects and quality issues that are more complex
  
• Catalogues failures and communicates to relevant personnel as appropriate
  
• Scheduling shipment of prime product ensuring CSD compliance
  
• Working knowledge of Caterpillar systems, ATRS, PSPS, STAR
  
• Cross-function communication to complete tasks
  
• Effective teamwork
  
• Provide summaries to leadership
  

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods, ability to perform repetitive operations, ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
  

Basic Qualifications :

• 12 months of heavy equipment machine assembly experience
  

Top candidates will also have:

• Further education beyond high school
  
• Proficiency reading technical/manufacturing drawings
  
• Ability to read schematics
  
• Mechanical aptitude
  
• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications
  
• Experience with Standard Work and/or Standard Operating Procedures
  
• Caterpillar product knowledge
  
• Manufacturing experience
  

Additional Information: This is a 1st shift hourly position with an entry pay of $21.07/hour located in Sanford, NC. No relocation benefits are available. Applicants need to be able to work overtime as needed.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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.
Posting Dates:
April 9, 2024 - April 23, 2024
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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