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About Large Power System Division (LPSD)

We design and manufacture the most comprehensive lineup of large diesel and natural gas engines in the industry, as well as engine components and powertrains.

Job Summary:

The Mapleton Foundry is looking to hire Quality Specialists! As a Quality Specialist at Caterpillar Inc., you will perform a variety of inspection functions to check the quality and

accuracy of in-process parts, assemblies, materials, prime products and gages released to production.

What you will do (including but not limited to):

- Audits and analyzes data where quality of work produced is poor or erratic

Initiates or recommends changes

- Inspects and accepts or rejects all purchased gages or gaging equipment

Repairs gage and certifies results when required.

Lays out parts using advanced mathematical calculations and precision inspection equipment to properly check dimensions and relationships

Checking fixtures (including machine setups when required)

Utilize master gages, measuring equipment and electrical assemblies

Basic Qualifications:

Previous experience in Operations
Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
Walk, squat, and bend over for intervals at a time
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong commitment to safety and quality
Meticulous and analytical nature
Ability to work various shifts and flexible hours

**Top candidates will also have: **

Ability to perform basic math and simple computer operations

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

Competitive base salary- starting pay rate at $26.66, plus $1.00 night-shift premium
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (limited while supplemental)
Paid time off plan (prorated based on start date)
401k savings plan
Wellness programs

Additional Information:

Positions start as supplemental (40 or more hours per week but with no holiday pay and limited benefits) on 2nd or 3rd shift
Position is in Mapleton, Illinois
There is no relocation offered for these positions

Salary Range

- $26.66- $32.77

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

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