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About this Full-Time Assembler - 3rd Shift role at Caterpillar

Caterpillar · Onsite · Goldsboro, North Carolina

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.

As an Assembler at Anchor Coupling Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc.), you will perform a variety of repetitive processes using varied machines and/or hand tools to complete the assembly and/or sub-assembly of
component parts to achieve a finished coupling assembly. May be assigned to various hand assembly, pressing, plating, brazing, and/or cleaning of component parts. Visually inspect parts as processed. Proceeds on assignments with minimal supervision and/or direction.

Employee benefit details:
*Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. We believe in building a better world for our customers all over the world.
*At Caterpillar - you earn more than a wage of $16.75/hour.
*Because we value your performance, Caterpillar offers a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of earning a monthly bonus.
*Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

*CLIMATE CONTROLLED FACILITY

What to Expect After Applying:
*Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
*Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
*On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.


Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
*Identify tooling and equipment necessary to perform assigned operation
*Follow start up and shut down procedures on all equipment, monitor and adjust equipment as necessary and record same

*Move materials as required using a variety of different ways or means
*Perform various assembly or sub-assembly processes including but not limited to ringing, naming, and hand assembly
*Maintain records relating to production, downtime, quality, maintenance, etc.
*Ensure that all quality standards are met by visually inspecting work and/or with measuring devices
*Recognize operating irregularities and machine malfunctions and make corrections or notify the proper person to correct
*Perform rework as necessary
*Perform machine set-up as required
*Instruct and train assigned operators on work tasks, safety procedures, proper use of equipment and the importance of performing to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality standards
*Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as required
*Meet or exceed production requirements or notify Team Lead or Manager of reason of deviation from standard
*Work safely at all times and comply with safety regulations regarding the use of protective equipment and devices
*Keep work area, equipment, machine, etc. clean and orderly at all times
*Perform necessary computer transactions in various computer applications and software programs
*Offer suggestions for improving productivity, process, safety, or work environment
*Perform other miscellaneous job assignments and related functions as directed by Team Lead, Manager or other designated person
*Must perform as a team member with the willingness and attitude to work with others to resolve problems. Must also maintain a good working relationship with team.

Basic Qualifications:

Previous employment or volunteer experience


Top Candidates will also have:
Previous manufacturing or assembly experience
Beginner level proficiency of blueprint reading
Previous use of precision measuring equipment
Strong communication and organizational skills
Previous SAP experience
Intermediate level of computer proficiency


Additional Information:
3rd shift - Sunday-Thursday, 11pm -7am
Starting pay rate: $17.25/hour + $1.00 off shift premium
Work location: Goldsboro, NC

Final details:
Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process. If you wish to know the status of your application - please review your job submissions on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$16.65 - $19.15

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:

September 10, 2026 - October 1, 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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How this Assembler salary compares

This role pays $37,232/yrbelow the typical range for Assembler roles.

$38,480 median $46,067 $64,480

Typical range $41,600–$53,040/yr, from 671 comparable Assembler listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Assembler salary insights →

About Caterpillar

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