Furnace Operator - Multiple Shifts Available

Caterpillar Brazil; Menominee (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical from day one

HSA with company contribution

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Michigan is seeking a manufacturing operator to load/unload furnaces, braze, heat-treat, assemble parts and inspect joints.

You will work on a belt furnace line, monitor temperatures and throughput, and follow standard work instructions. This role offers weekend shifts, overtime opportunities, competitive hourly pay, benefits from day one, 401(k) with match, HSA, tuition assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand throughout shift and work in a warm environment.
• Resume or work history required for consideration.
• Willing to train others and cross-train; rotation of duties expected.

Responsibilities

• Operates, by loading and unloading, and tends to atmosphere continuous belt furnaces.
• Performs brazing, heat treating/annealing, pasting, assembly and inspection.
• Monitors temperature, speed and flow; adjusts as needed per instructions.
• Load and pasting to standard work instruction; visual and ultrasonic inspection of braze joints.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety

Dependability

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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.

Company Benefits

• 6% 401k match
• Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)

Additional Benefits

• HSA with company contribution
• Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
• 10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
• Paid personal days
• 11 paid holidays
• Annual merit increases
• Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
• Education Tuition Assistance Available

Shift

Weekend: 6:00a - 6:00p Friday-Sunday ($21.94/hour + $1.00 premium)

2nd GAP: 4:00p - 2:00a Monday-Thursday ($19.75/hour + $1.00 premium)

3rd: 8:00p - 6:00a Monday-Thursday ($19.75/hour + $1.00 premium)

Job Description

Operates, by loading and unloading, and tends to atmosphere continuous belt furnaces powered by gas, electric induction, and oxygen. Performs brazing, heat treating/annealing, pasting, assembly, and inspection activities. Monitors proper temperature, speed and flow and may make adjustments as needed. Load and pasting to standard work instruction is a requirement. Inspection activities include visual inspections, hardness testing and ultrasound testing of braze joints.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidates must be willing to work in a team environment, be willing to train others and cross train, rotation of job duties will be expected. Other duties may be assigned as required.
• Must be able to stand throughout shift, work on platform (stepping up and down 1-2 steps), and work in a warm environment.
• Resume or work history required for consideration

Competencies

• Safety Focus – Demonstrates a commitment to working safely, following procedures, identifying potential hazards and contributing to a safe work environment.
• Responsibility & Dependability – Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains attendance standards, and consistently delivers quality results.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Works effectively with others, communicates respectfully, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive and productive work environment.
• Functional Expertise & Continuous Learning – Learns and applies job-related knowledge, follows established processes, solves routine work challenges, and adapts to new tools, equipment, and procedures.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

High school education and previous experience preferred. Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

Summary Pay Range

$19.75 - $24.65 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 *

Posting Dates

September 1, 2026 - September 28, 2026

Requirements

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.

Culture

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.