Quality Inspector

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. About EPD Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations! Job Summary: As a Quality Inspector III in Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division, you’ll play a vital role in driving product excellence by investigating defects, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards are met across production and support First of Kind (FOK) initiatives. This hands-on role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong technical knowledge and a passion for continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. What You Will Do: Investigate product defects reported through warranty claims and internal quality systems (AQE – All Quality Events), including issues identified across multiple manufacturing facilities. Inspect all in-house product as part of containment of quality events. Document and monitor the status of all contained units, ensuring rework and repair activities are completed and appropriately recorded. Communicate daily with the Quality Supervisor regarding containment status for assigned defects. Support material disposition for failure analysis activities. Represent Quality in Griffin First of Kind (FOK) process, including validating quality system readiness. Participate in weekly Material Review Board meetings to evaluate and disposition nonconforming materials. Perform inspections and quality audits in both indoor and outdoor manufacturing environments, including exposure to changing temperatures and occasional inclement weather conditions. Any other duties assigned by leadership. What You Will Have: Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized work instructions to ensure consistent product quality. Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment. Technical knowledge in product assembly, testing, or manufacturing processes. Experience performing a variety of tasks across multiple operational areas or work zones. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience with torque measurement equipment. What Will Put You Ahead: Experience with In Process Validation (IPV) test equipment. Experience within the power systems or heavy equipment industry. Assembly experience across multiple value streams and commodities. Ability to read blueprints, including understanding EC (Engineering Changes) levels and their impact. Experience with Microsoft Office. Physical Requirements: The ability to occasionally lift parts up to 25 lbs. individually or up to 50 lbs. with a team lift The ability to bend, reach, squat and climb (stairs, ladders, etc.) while performing tasks The ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for assigned tasks The ability to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures The ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods while performing tasks We are committed to ensuring a supportive and accommodating work environment for all employees. Please advise of any reasonable accommodation requests to facilitate your ability to perform the job’s essential functions. Additional Information 1st Shift: Monday – Thursday, 6:30am – 5:00pm Paid overtime may be required based on business needs (may include weekends/holidays) Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Summary Pay Range: $21.38 - $27.31 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: August 28, 2026 - September 13, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr