Career Area:

Operations

Job 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.

Quality Inspector (3rd Shift)

Location: Caterpillar Manufacturing Facility, South Milwaukee, WI

Shift: 3rd Shift

About Caterpillar South Milwaukee

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation — we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world.

At our South Milwaukee facility, you’ll support the production of some of the largest and most powerful mining machines in the world. This site specializes in the manufacture of Cat® Electric Rope Shovels (ERS) used in mining operations globally, leveraging advanced welding and fabrication technologies.

Job Summary

As a Quality Inspector, you’ll play a critical role in developing, supporting, and optimizing welding processes used in the manufacture of Caterpillar’s large welded structures. You’ll apply advanced welding technologies, support production teams, and ensure tooling, equipment, and processes meet Caterpillar’s high standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain manufacturing processes for welding metal parts in required configurations
• Support and oversee welding operations using both manual and automated welding systems
• Analyze welding defects and determine root cause using appropriate inspection tools and technologies
• Ensure welding processes comply with engineering specifications and quality assurance standards
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve weld quality, efficiency, and throughput
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to welding processes, tooling, and automation

Required Qualifications

• Experience supporting welding or fabrication processes in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of welding principles, metal fabrication, and production systems
• Ability to troubleshoot complex welding and production issues
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and manufacturing safety practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• Experience with robotic welding systems (ABB, Fanuc, Kawasaki)
• Offline robotic programming experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft operating systems and standard business applications
• Experience supporting high-mix, complex welded structures

How to Apply

Ready to help shape the future of welded manufacturing at Caterpillar? Apply today and become part of a team that builds the equipment powering industries around the world.

Note: Please check your email (including spam/junk folders) regularly for updates throughout the hiring process.

Summary Pay Range:

$26.89 - $29.14

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

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

March 23, 2026 - April 5, 2026

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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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