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Machine Loader - 3rd Shift - BOONE TRAIL

Caterpillar Inc., Sanford, NC, United States


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 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.

Career Area
Operations

Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines.
Build a Career.
Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. This position includes a starting wage of $20.20/hour (+8% shift premium for 3rd shift), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program.

Shift Schedule
3rd Shift: Sunday night – Friday morning, 10:15 pm – 6:15 am; overtime as business needs require.

Watch our video to see our team build top‑of‑the‑line compact track loaders.
Position provides fabrication support activities including loading robots and/or machining centers as well as ensuring cleanliness of the area.

As a Machine Loader at Caterpillar, you will

Load/unload and position heavy fabrication metal components in holding fixtures using lifting devices

Assist machinists or welders with certain processes

Maintain fabrication area in a clean and orderly condition

Follow documented procedures, standard work, routings, and blueprints

Basic Qualifications

Experience with overhead hoists or overhead cranes

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods

Willing and able to perform repetitive operations

Willing and able to lift up to 35 lb.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

Material handling experience

Manufacturing experience

Machining experience or exposure

Welding experience or exposure

Employee Benefits
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides day‑one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401 k) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).

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 benefitsTuition Reimbursement

These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

Summary Pay Range
$20.20 – $25.25

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.

Posting Dates
April 24, 2026 – May 3, 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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