Metrology Technologist – Quality Gate Technician

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.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a team of problem solvers and builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. As a Metrology Technologist – Quality Gate Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring product quality, accuracy, and compliance at key checkpoints within the manufacturing process.

Additional Information:

• This is a Supplemental position- minimum 40 hours per week with limited benefits available.

• This job is classified as a

  UAW position

  .  

• The primary work location for this role is

  Mossville, IL - Tech Center

  , with a requirement to work on-site full-time at a Caterpillar facility.

• Sponsorship is

  not available

   for this position.

• This role has

  minimal

  / to

  no travel

  required.

What You’ll Do  

• Perform

  in-process and final dimensional inspections

  at Quality Gates prior to release to downstream operations.

• Validate all

  workflow requirements, documentation, and work orders

  are complete and compliant before part release.

• Interpret

  engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T

  to ensure part conformance.

• Utilize precision inspection equipment including:

  • Calipers, micrometers (OD/ID), bore gages, tri-mics
  • Height gages, tape measures, and surface finish equipment

• Identify and document

  non-conforming conditions

  , initiate containment, and escalate issues as needed.

• Maintain accurate

  inspection records, IPV sheets, and traceability documentation.

• Partner with machinists, engineers, and leadership to

  communicate quality concerns and drive resolution.

• Support

  root cause analysis

  by providing inspection data and measurement validation.

• Ensure inspection tools and work areas remain

  clean, calibrated, and organized.

What Makes This Role Exciting

• Direct impact on

  zero-defect manufacturing

  and product quality before parts move downstream.

• Hands-on role working with

  advanced precision measurement tools and technologies.

• Strong collaboration across

  manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams.

• Opportunity to support

  new product introduction (NPI)

  and continuous improvement initiatives.

• High visibility role influencing

  production flow, quality standards, and customer outcomes.

What Skills You Will Have

• Proven

  problem-solving skills

  and ability to identify root causes of defects.

• Effective communication

  skills with the ability to collaborate across

  shop floor and engineering teams.
• Blueprint Interpretation

  – Advanced ability to work directly from prints, models, and specifications without standard work.

• Mathematical Application

  – Proficiency in advanced shop math, geometry, and tolerances, and gauges.

• Attention to Detail

  – High precision mindset with strict attention to detail and commitment to

  quality standards and accuracy.
• Collaboration

  – Ability to consult with engineers and mentor other machinists or operators.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• An accredited degree from a two-year or four-year educational program.

• Strong background in

  blueprint reading

  ,

  precision measurement

  , and

  tolerance control

  .

• Experience in

  quality inspection or precision measurement environments.

• Strong working knowledge of

  Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

  and blueprint interpretation.

• Experience using

  handheld precision measurement tools

  and inspection equipment.

*Supplemental roles: receive some benefits, including: 

• 40 hours of paid personal time per year, prorated based on start date. 

• Tax deferred retirement plan after 1,000 hours of service. 

• Opportunity to enroll in a Consumer Driven Health Plan (high deductible, low premium health plan). 

Summary Pay Range:

$35.81 - $38.49

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:

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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