Welder; 3rd Shift

Career Area

Operations

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This is a 3rd shift role. As a Welder/Operator, you will be a member of a dynamic team of professional welders. Interpret metric drawings that use GD&T to set up fixtures, tack and weld components in horizontal and flat positions using welding gun, cutting torches, carbon arc and other fabrication tools.

Requirements include completion of an American Weld Society (AWS)

D.1.1 certification prior to hire as part of the pre‑employment process. You will also operate CNC machining and robotic equipment occasionally. Training on CNC machines/robots will be provided. Check email shortly after applying for communications.

The position includes a wage of $31.18 per hour (base $29.93 plus $1.25 shift differential) plus a comprehensive Day‑One benefits program and on‑site health and wellness.

Schedule:

3rd shift Sunday – Thursday, 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs with leader prior authorization.

• Welding experience or in the process of completing a welding trade/technical degree
• Ability to read fabrication blueprints/engineering drawings
• Ability to complete and pass American Weld Society (AWS) certification as part of the pre‑hire process onsite at CAT‑BP

• Previous experience at Caterpillar Paving Brooklyn Park
• Heavy crane equipment experience
• Prior experience operating CNC machines
• Experience with basic fabrication hand tools and equipment (grinder, chisel, tip cleaner, measuring devices, hand tools, grinder, and other special deburring tools)
• Experience with cutting torches and/or carbon arc (gouging)
• Understanding of geometric dimension and tolerances (GD&T)
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Ability to identify and communicate tooling and machine problems
• Ability to read standard work, prints, and write continuous improvement cards
• Ability to utilize computers for production transactions
• Understanding of the metric measurement systems

Responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses, and safety incidents. Weld components per AWS standards and engineering/manufacturing prints and documentation. Interpret metric drawings that use GD&T to set up fixtures, tack and weld components in horizontal and flat positions using welding gun, cutting torches, carbon arc and other fabrication tools. Includes use of grinding, flame cutting and arc gouging equipment.

May have responsibility for the operation of CNC machining equipment and robots following manufacturing prints and documentation, making adjustments for production jobs including setup and operation of all equipment/cranes with stops, clamps, fixtures, tooling, and offsets to produce consistent quality parts. Use measuring devices and blueprints to inspect parts for quality using SPC for documentation. Participate in identifying and troubleshooting machine and tooling problems as needed.

Use hand tools, grinders, and other special deburring tools to remove sharp edges from machine surfaces.

Exposure to welding fumes, machining chemicals, noise levels of 85 dB or greater. Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists. Lift up to 35 lbs frequently. Work at multiple heights. Climb on equipment, machines, ladders, man lifts and various step stools. Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks. Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures. Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices.

Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees. Work in awkward positions including forward reach, lateral reach,…