Production Operator – 2nd & 3rd Shift

Caterpillar; Boonville (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Entry Level Machine Operator, where your work will shape the future. This role offers an exciting opportunity to set up and operate a variety of machines, contributing to the production of essential parts. With a strong focus on safety and quality, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration and communication. Enjoy competitive pay, a range of benefits including medical and dental coverage, and opportunities for career development. If you're ready to make a difference and grow in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect position for you.

Benefits

401k match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid vacation days

Paid personal days

Annual merit increases

Education Tuition Assistance

Monthly bonus

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Basic computer experience required with the ability to function independently.
• Experience in rubber injection molding and manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines to produce plastic and rubber parts.
• Monitor equipment to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Complete paperwork for production and quality activities.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Flexibility to business needs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rubber injection molding equipment

Fork truck

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.

Entry Level Machine Operator – Boonville, MO

Set up and operate a variety of machines and equipment to produce plastic and/or rubber parts.

Key Job & Application Aspects:

*Starting wage is $21.00/hour (plus $1/hour night shift premium)

*6% 401k match

*Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)

*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

*Shifts Available:

2nd - Monday - Friday, 3PM - 11:30PM

3rd - Sunday - Thursday, 11PM - 7:30AM

*Please include work history/experience and/or include an updated resume so we can fully assess your application.

All offers for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Background and Drug Screen.

What to Expect After Applying:
*Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
*Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
*On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

Essential job responsibilities & expectations but are not limited to the following:

• Monitor equipment to ensure proper temperature and pressures are maintained to produce quality product
• Clean and inspect parts for quality
• Complete required paperwork to account for production and quality activity
• Read and follow Safe Job Procedures
• Set-up and operate complex production equipment
• Maintain production on multiple machines simultaneously
• Operate and adjust automated and/or robotic equipment
• Maintain a positive environment requiring communication with other team members
• Complete job functions required to support CPS principles
• Focus on safety and quality
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple efforts at once
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Flexible to business needs
• Willing to be cross trained in all areas

Qualifications - External:

*Basic Qualifications:

• Basic computer experience (Intermediate skill level - basic skills/knowledge, capable of functioning independently while using computers)

Top Candidates will also have:

• Rubber injection molding experience
• Previous manufacturing/operations experience
• Previous fork truck experience
• Previous experience working with written instructions for a given job such as Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work instructions

Additional Information:

*Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process. If you wish to know the status of your application - please review your job submissions on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Summary Pay Range:

$21.00 - $26.20

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

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. 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.

Posting Dates:

April 2, 2025 - April 30, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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