Assembly & Test Specialist - 2nd Shift - Full Time

Caterpillar Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid lunch period

Automatic wage increases every 26weeks

Annual market-based pay adjustments

Job summary

Caterpillar is hiring Production Assemblers for our Assembly & Test operations on 2nd shift at our Decatur, Illinois facility. In this full-time, regular role, you will assemble, test, and prepare heavy equipment components in a safety-focused manufacturing environment.

This position offers stable hours, competitive pay, and full Caterpillar benefits starting on your first day of employment. Successful candidates bring hands-on manufacturing experience, strong teamwork skills, and a commitment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or assembly environment.
• Recent experience in a manufacturing setting with regular shifts and defined operational expectations.
• Ability to work at heights up to 20 feet using ladders or lifts.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools.
• Intermediate computer skills, including data entry and basic system navigation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a production or industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 2D/3D schematics.
• Working knowledge of 5S workplace organization principles or similar lean practices.
• Demonstrated regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work effectively in a team in a production environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, rework, and repair heavy machinery components and assemblies.
• Disassemble and reassemble complex components to repair or replace parts.
• Operate test equipment and remote-controlled cranes to position materials.
• Prepare completed products and attachments for shipment.
• Use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools to complete assembly tasks.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 2D/3D schematics.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S standards.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Problem solving

Communication

Attendance

Tools

Overhead crane experience

Job description

Career Area:
Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.

Caterpillar | Decatur, IL

Pay: Starting at $2 3.22 /hour + $1.00/hour shift premium
Shift: 2nd Shift ( 2 :00 PM – 1 0 :00 PM)
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
Industry: Manufacturing / Heavy Equipment

Benefits : Effective Day 1

Job Description Summary

Caterpillar is hiring Production Assemblers for our Assembly & Test operations on 2nd shift at our Decatur, Illinois facility. In this full-time, regular role , you will assemble, test, and prepare heavy equipment components in a safety-focused manufacturing environment. This position offers stable hours, competitive pay, and f ull Caterpillar benefits starting on your first day of employment. Successful candidates bring hands-on manufacturing experience, strong teamwork skills, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Join a global manufacturing leader and help build the equipment that powers industries around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, rework, and repair heavy machinery components and assemblies
• Disassemble and reassemble complex components to repair or replace parts
• Operate test equipment and remote-controlled cranes to position materials
• Prepare completed products and attachments for shipment
• Use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools to complete assembly tasks
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 2D/3D schematics
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S standards
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or assembly environment
• Recent experience working in a manufacturing environment with regular shifts and defined operational expectations
• Ability to work at heights of up to 20 feet using ladders or lifts, in accordance with safety requirements
• Ability to safely use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools
• Intermediate computer skills , including data entry and basic system navigation
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a production or industrial setting
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 2D/3D schematics
• Working knowledge of 5S workplace organization principles or similar lean practices
• Demonstrated ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team in a production environment
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment or large-scale industrial assemblies
• Familiarity with standard and metric measurement systems
• Overhead crane operation experience
• Forklift certification

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $2 3.22 /hour + $1.00/hour shift premium
• Schedule: 40 hours per week with overtime paid at 1.5x for hours over 40
• Benefits Starting Day One:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid lunch period
• Automatic wage increases every 26 weeks (or sooner based on performance)
• Annual market-based pay adjustments

Summary Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

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

• 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

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.