Caterpillar Inc. · New York
Manufacturing & Operationsposted 2d ago
Career Area:
OperationsJob 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.
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to provide classroom and practical training on a wide array of safety and manufacturing tasks in material handling according to company policies/procedures. This position will also support the FlexWork program working with leaders on scheduling needs and utilization of the FlexWork tools to support the needs.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses and safety incidents
Provide training to new hires and current workforce to demonstrate expected performance in safety, quality and velocity. Training topics include, but are not limited to PIT, warehouse, and inventory management. This includes the evaluation of team members' skills and training to close skill/knowledge gaps.
Support the FlexWork program for Material Handling. Working with leaders to publish and manage FlexWork needs and schedules, including provide support to the FlexWork team members.
Responsible for managing and maintaining documentation and equipment training curriculum to ensure accuracy, relevant and up to date materials. This includes continuing to demonstrate knowledge of processes and standards, as well as engaging in continuous learning to stay up to date with ongoing changes.
Responsible to positively change the safety culture at Caterpillar Minneapolis. Engage employees to better understand their work, behaviors, processes, and tooling that help them stay safe. Observe job functions with curiosity to recognize safe behaviors and identify unseen risks. Working with multiple departments and recommending solutions to reduce risk identified.
Work with limited supervision. Coordinate and prioritize work to meet schedules
Take initiative to identify, document, communicate and correct problems, report discrepancies and recommend solutions
Interact, provide feedback and training to team members supporting People, Quality, Velocity and Cost (PQVC) initiatives and daily activities in alignment with our Code of Conduct and Values in Action.
Complete projects as needed
Ability to work flexible schedules to support production training and safety needs
Work Environment
Presenting and speaking to individual and groups of team members Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists Lift up to 35 lbs frequently Work at multiple heights Climb on equipment, machines, ladders and various step stools Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks Work in 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, squat, overhead reaching, twisting, and forward head and rotation of neck. Work in tight spaces Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, rotating Use of fine motor skills Use of hand tools including wrenches, air tools, drills, cutters, tie wrap guns, pneumatic, vibratory, etc. Includes ability to pull manual torque tools to torque requirements (at least 250 Newton meters or 185 foot pounds) Required Personal Protective Equipment: hearing protection, safety glasses, steel toed/metatarsal foot gear, and as needed dust masks
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.
Summary Pay Range:
$28.35 - $36.23Compensation 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 4, 2026 - September 15, 2026Any 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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