Caterpillar Inspector Position (2nd Shift) – South Milwaukee Jobs 2025
Now Hiring at Caterpillar: Join Our Team as a 2nd Shift Machine Shop/Assembly Inspector in South Milwaukee, WI
Are you ready to join a global leader in manufacturing and industrial innovation? Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company renowned for building the world’s infrastructure and mining solutions, is looking for a dedicated and detail-driven professional for the position of Machine Shop/Assembly Inspector (Continuous Improvement Associate) for the second shift at our manufacturing site in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
This full-time, regular role offers competitive hourly pay, excellent benefits from day one, and a chance to contribute to a company focused on progress, sustainability, and community development.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar thrives because of its dedicated and talented workforce. Our international team of innovators, builders, and problem solvers shares a single mission: to empower our customers in creating a stronger, more sustainable future. If you’re passionate about quality, process improvement, and advanced manufacturing, Caterpillar offers a fulfilling and future-focused career path.
Position Summary: Machine Shop/Assembly Inspector (2nd Shift)
- Location: South Milwaukee, WI, United States
- Shift: 2nd Shift (Full-Time)
- Contract Type: Regular
- Date Posted: May 23, 2025
- Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
- Requisition ID: R0000306424
What You’ll Do
As a Machine Shop/Assembly Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring that machining and assembly operations meet Caterpillar’s rigorous quality and safety standards. Your responsibilities will include:
- Performing detailed inspections on machining and assembly processes
- Participating in continuous improvement and problem-solving projects
- Supporting engineers in conducting process capability studies
- Assessing current workflows and applying targeted improvements to boost efficiency and maintain top-tier production standards
Required Qualifications
Candidates should meet the following essential criteria to qualify for this role:
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Skilled in using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers (inside and outside), depth gauges, vernier calipers, etc.
- Ability to accurately interpret blueprints and technical standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Physically able to work up to 12-hour shifts when necessary
- Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights up to 15 feet
Preferred Qualifications
Stand out by having:
- Experience with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), particularly Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Proficiency in SAP or other enterprise-level resource planning systems
- A background in industrial environments involving machining, manufacturing, or quality inspection processes
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $25.86 – $28.02 (based on experience), plus a $1.00/hour 2nd shift differential
- Summary Pay Range: $25.86 – $32.32 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and performance
Benefits Begin Day One and include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
- Bereavement, military duty, and jury duty paid benefits
- Options for Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to manage medical and dependent care expenses
- 401(k) plan with 6% company match
- Employee discounts and voluntary benefits
- Tuition reimbursement and career development programs
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support services for both employees and their immediate family members
- Adoption assistance program
Work Environment and Perks
- Company-paid uniforms and caps
- Subsidies provided for protective footwear and prescription safety eyewear to ensure safety and comfort on the job
- Access to personal and uniform lockers
- On-site showers and self-service canteen
- Recognition programs that reward employee excellence
Additional Information
- Work Location: South Milwaukee manufacturing facility
- Relocation Assistance: Not available
- Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position
- Pre-employment Requirement: All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a drug screening
Ready to Apply?
We encourage qualified candidates to submit their applications by June 30, 2025. Visit www.caterpillar.com/careers and search for Requisition ID: R0000306424 to get started.
Please ensure you regularly check the email address used in your application, including junk and spam folders, for updates on your application status.
Why Choose Caterpillar?
Caterpillar’s South Milwaukee team is more than a workplace—it’s a community dedicated to making an impact. Whether you’re inspecting precision-machined components or improving workflow efficiency, your role helps power the machines that shape our world. Join us and help create a legacy of innovation and sustainability.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse backgrounds.
Build your future with Caterpillar—apply today and take the next step in your career journey.