Production Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Brazil; Boonville, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

HSA with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Boonville, MO is seeking an Entry Level Production Operator to set up and operate a variety of machines to produce plastic and/or rubber parts. The role offers a starting wage of $21.40/hour, with shift premium and a strong benefits package.

You will work on multiple machines, follow Safe Job Procedures, and participate in continuous improvement while focusing on safety and quality. The company promotes growth through education tuition assistance and a comprehensive 401(k)

Qualifications

• Basic computer experience required to operate and document production processes.
• Top candidates will have rubber injection molding experience and prior manufacturing/operations exposure.
• Fork truck experience and ability to follow written instructions (SOPs/Standard Work) are valued.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment to maintain proper temperatures and pressures for quality output.
• Clean and inspect parts for quality.
• Complete required production and quality paperwork.
• Read and follow Safe Job Procedures.
• Set up and operate complex production equipment.
• Maintain production across multiple machines and communicate with teammates.

Skills

Basic computer experience

Rubber injection molding experience

Manufacturing/operations experience

Fork truck experience

Reading SOPs/Work Instructions

Job description

Career Area: Operations

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 Production 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 $21.40/hour (plus $1.00/hour 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, 3 PM - 11:30 PM
• Shifts Available: 3rd - Sunday - Thursday, 11 PM - 7:30 AM

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

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

Summary Pay Range: $21.40 - $26.70

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

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Posting Dates: September 9, 2026 - October 29, 2026

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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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.