Shop Technician I (1st Shift)

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About the Role

Caterpillar Remanufacturing brings the value at the core of every Cat product back to life. Since 1973, Cat Reman has provided high-quality, sustainable solutions that help customers and promote a circular economy. This position is for a Shop Technician I supporting Reman Drivetrain at the West Fargo, ND facility. The role involves basic assembly and disassembly operations with repetitive processes, minimal complexity, and variation.

Responsibilities

• Utilize various computer systems such as PinPoint, CRDL Production Systems, and Teams Forms.
• Perform basic assembly and disassembly operations effectively.
• Use hand tools, power tools, gauges, presses, torque measuring devices, and other equipment to ensure conformance to quality specifications.
• Safely operate overhead cranes/hoists and electric pallet jacks to move parts.
• Use precision measuring devices to assemble and/or disassemble the final product.
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement/Process Improvement Discussion (CI/PID) process.
• Actively listen and follow directions provided by Team Leads and Section Manager.
• Work independently with support from leadership.
• Understand labeling and flow of work in progress.
• Follow Standard Work Instructions (SWI’s) and daily Production Schedules.
• Adhere to facility policies, including good attendance and company values.
• Perform cross-training duties or support tasks in various shop areas as assigned.
• Promote a culture based on Caterpillar’s Values in Action.
• Follow established facility safety policies, safe job procedures, and hazardous risk assessments; use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Communicate effectively with a variety of employees throughout the day.
• Work in a team setting and serve as a positive role model.
• Ensure customer requirements are met.
• Conduct business with honesty and integrity.
• Interface with plant management, supervisors, and production personnel.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Job-related experience in a manufacturing environment, including hoist operations, is preferred.
• Ability to learn new tasks and read/write/interpret standard work instructions.

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $20.53 - $26.13 (based on skills and experience).

Schedule

• 1st shift: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Thursday with occasional overtime on Fridays.
• 2nd shift receives an additional 7% night shift premium.
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for overtime.
• Paid holiday shutdown at the end of the year (dependent upon business needs).

Benefits

• 80 hours of vacation with an additional 24 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
• 10 paid holidays.
• 100% 401k match up to 6% offered on day 1 of employment.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance offered on day 1 of employment.
• Potential annual performance increase.
• Clean and safe work environment.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Relocation assistance is not offered.