Production Associate (Paint) - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts
About the role
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.
This position supports the paint line but does not require previous paint experience to be considered for the role.
Responsibilities
As a paint technician, you will operate powder coat, paint, or other equipment to apply industrial powder coat or paint on metals or products according to the specified work order and other duties as assigned. You must follow required safety procedures at all times.
You may work in the areas of shot blast operator, powder painter, caulker, blow off operator, loader/unloader, masker/demasker and pre-inspector.
Requirements
- Prior work experience
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
- Ability to perform repetitive operations
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Qualifications
- Experience in shot blast operations
- Experience in fabrication powder coat painting
- Experience in top coat, prime coat and electrostatic paint
- Ability to read blueprints / engineering drawings
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Quarterly bonus
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K)
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Paid training that begin on day one of employment
- 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
Pay
1st Shift: $18.00/hour 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
2nd Shift: $19.44/hour (includes 8% night shift premium) 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
3rd Shift: $19.44/hour (includes 8% night shift premium) 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs
Pay Range $18.00 - $22.40
Schedule
1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM