Manufacturing Engineer in Wamego

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Job Description:\n
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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. \n
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\nWhen 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.\n
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Role Definition\n
\nAssists with technical analysis of manufacturing processes in all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing.\n
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Responsibilities\n
\n• Participating in identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to equipment and processes.\n
\n• Executing manufacturing tasks and processes according to defined SOPs and accurately documenting data.\n
\n• Identifying issues related to manufacturing processes and implementing process improvements.\n
\n• Providing engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities.\n
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Skill Descriptors\n
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\nChange Control - MFG: Knowledge of the processes and procedures by which a change is identified, evaluated, approved, monitored and documented; ability to manage changes in the production environment and processes effectively.\n
\nLevel Basic Understanding: \n
\n• Explains the basic purpose of change control and consequences of lack of control.\n
\n• Identifies common changes to manufacturing equipment, technologies and systems.\n
\n• Describes the process for introducing any change to a production environment.\n
\n• Describes the associated communication requirements, activities and authorization levels.\n
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\nLean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.\n
\nLevel Basic Understanding: \n
\n• Cites examples of benefits and risks associated with implementing lean principles.\n
\n• Describes basic tools for observing existing processes and identifying waste.\n
\n• Cites industry or company examples of successful and unsuccessful lean implementations.\n
\n• Identifies key lean principles and highlights of the lean manufacturing process.\n
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\nManufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.\n
\nLevel Basic Understanding: \n
\n• Describes the roles and responsibilities of equipment vendors and own staff.\n
\n• Explains where and how to obtain more equipment-specific information.\n
\n• Lists basic aspects of routine and preventive maintenance.\n
\n• Identifies uses and features of diverse types of manufacturing equipment.\n
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\nManufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.\n
\nLevel Working Knowledge: \n
\n• Assesses associated phases, activities, deliverables and processes.\n
\n• Documents relevant standards, policies and practices.\n
\n• Follows standard manufacturing processes to conduct production activities.\n
\n• Research new technologies to be integrated into existing manufacturing process.\n
\n• Explains tools, techniques and documents used for process monitoring and control.\n
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\nTroubleshooting Technical Problems: Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.\n
\nLevel Basic Understanding: \n
\n• Explains where to locate basic help facilities and troubleshooting guides.\n
\n• Discusses basic concepts behind a systematic approach to solving technical problems.\n
\n• Identifies available resources and support systems for troubleshooting.\n
\n• Describes problem identification, reporting and escalation procedures.\n
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Desired Qualifications\n
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\nA Bachelor's degree in a technical subject, Engineering \n
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\nWelding and/or Machining experience\n
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\nCreo Parametric and or CAD experience\n
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Qualifications\n
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\nLean Manufacturing Certification or similar\n
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\nPartial relocation assistance may be offered for this role.\n
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\nThis Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of "essential job functions" as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.\n
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Summary Pay Range:\n
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\n$77,264.00 - $115,896.00\n
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\nCompensation 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. \n
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Benefits:\n
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\nSubject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.\n
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• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

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• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

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• 401(k) savings plans*

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• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

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• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

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• Health Lifestyle Programs*

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• Employee Assistance Program*

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• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

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• Career Development*

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• Incentive bonus*

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• benefits

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• Life Insurance

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• Parental leave

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• Adoption benefits

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• Tuition Reimbursement

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\n* These benefits also apply to part-time employees\n
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\nThis position requires working onsite five days a week.\n
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\nVisa Sponsorship is not available for this position.\n
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\nThis position requires working onsite five days a week.\n
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\nVisa Sponsorship is not available for this position.\n
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Posting Dates:\n
\nJuly 29, 2026 - August 11, 2026\n
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\nAny offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. \n
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\nCaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any are encouraged to apply.\n
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