Certified Weld Inspector

Career Area : Operations

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3rd Shift - Full Time

Job Description :

Weld Shop Inspector (Continuous Improvement Associate) : - Caterpillar South Milwaukee

3rd Shift Position

Primary role is Large Weldment inspections (Visual and NDT)

Participate as a project team member and assists in data collection and analysis to support complex problem-solving projects.

Review process improvements that support the project.

Be able to perform process capability studies under the guidance of an engineer

Candidate Requirements :

Proficient with typical Microsoft applications

Capable of using general gauges (Cam Gauge, V-Wac, Filet gauges…)

Ability to read and interpret standards and blue prints

Strong communication skills

Capable of working up to 12 hours when needed

Ability to work in confined spaces

Comfortable working at heights over 15 feet

CWI Certified Weld Inspector

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with NDT testing (Ultrasonic Testing)

Magnetic particle testing

SAP experience

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Shift is 3rd - Full Time

Pay is $30.56 / hour plus an additional $1.00 shift premium for 3rd shift.

No relocation assistance is available.

Sign on & Retention Bonus Available

• Why Caterpillar South Milwaukee?
• Competitive Hourly Pay with Shift Differential
• All Positions are Full-Time =
• Bonuses for New Hires and Referrals
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Bereavement, Jury Duty, Military Duty Paid Benefits, Parental Leave
• Benefits Effective Date of Hire - Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• 401k with 6% Company Match
• Company Discounts and Voluntary Benefits
• Recognition Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (includes eligible dependents)
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses), Safety Boot Reimbursement
• Company Provided Uniforms and Caps
• Uniform Lockers, Personal Lockers, Showers
• Lunchroom with Self-Service Canteen

Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk / spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Caterpillar 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

Summary Pay Range : $25.86 - $32.32

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits :

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Health Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

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 :

July 1, 2025 - July 29, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Machines & technologies you'll use :

ID : 8SR6Ct