Career Area:OperationsJob 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.Plant Engineering Laborer-1st ShiftLafayette, IndianaMedical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k, available first day of employment.www.caterpillar.com/careers : Apply online and create a candidate account.BUILD WHAT MATTERSWhat matters most to you? Is it being part of a strong team? Supporting your family? Solving global problems? You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe, and you contribute to meaningful work. Together, we can build what matters!This position is for a Plant Engineering Laborer within the Large Power Systems Division located in our Lafayette, IN facility. The Plant Engineering Laborer performs a wide range of facilities services tasks. Hauling trash, beautification of facility, maintaining chip hoppers and media tubs. Machine and barrel clean out as needed. Penthouse and paint booth filter replacement on PM schedule. Manage wood auger and disposal. Housekeeping.Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Repairing, fixing, replacing rock block/wood flooring
Cleaning in high concentrated areas
Moving material via sit down fork truck & tuggers.
Working above elevated areas
Sorting scrap material
Filter replacement
Machine cleanouts
Wood disposal
Managing Recyclables
Applicant must be willing to work overtime opportunities to support production demands.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have sit-down fork truck and scissor lift experience.
Must have good written and oral communication skills.
Self-motivated, safety-conscious individual capable of working independently.
Basic computer skills.
Top Candidates will also:
Be flexible to work overtime as needed to support facility.
Possess and show strong interpersonal skills and apply customer-based focus.
Physical Requirements:
Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work in a fast pace, medium to heavy duty assembly, technical environment.
Work may involve frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling, twisting, turning, climbing, and standing on concrete for 8+ hours.
All positions also require the ability to lift 40 pounds and withstand frequent repetitive movement of hands with a variety of tooling.
Must be able to work in heights and confirmed spaces
Additional Information:
This position is in Lafayette, IN.
Shift hours: 1st (6:00am - 2:00pm) Monday - Friday.
May require additional overtime or flexing shifts to meet projects and deadlines.
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
Please Attach an Updated Resume
Compensation & Benefits Offered!
18 days / 144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
11 Paid holidays
Climate controlled work environment – most areas
100% 401k match up to 6%
Health, dental, vision, & life insurance effective first day of employment
Quarterly incentive program with potential for annual bonus
Clean/safe work environment
Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the spam/junk folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.#LIVisa 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:March 19, 2024 - March 26, 2024Any 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.
