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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.

Your Work Shapes the World

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

*This is a SECOND SHIFT position: 2:00-10:00PM CST*

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What You Can Expect

As a Caterpillar Industrial Equipment Painter safely clean and prepare materials prior to paint application, apply prime paint and topcoat (finish coat) to components and machinery to obtain a high-quality finish consistent with company standards in both spray and booth applications.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses and safety incidents. Sand, mask, wash, paint and touch-up components and machines according to blueprint and engineering drawings Electronically and manually maintain documentation for labor hour records, work order processing, and production documentation (Serial Number reporting, Material Transfer records, Defective Materials reports, etc.). Perform activities related to hazardous waste handling Prioritize work to meet production schedules. Take initiative to identify, document, communicate and correct problems related to paint, report discrepancies and recommend solutions. Identify and relay information for correction on discrepancies in affected assembly processes, safety, quality and production issues. Support team People, Quality, Velocity and Cost (PQVC) initiatives and daily activities. Work and interact effectively in a team environment in alignment with our Code of Conduct and Values in Action. Complete other projects as needed. Work with limited supervision

Successful candidates must bring (Required Requirements):

• Experience in equipment paint processing or a paint related certificate or certified trade school/technical degree in paint related field

• Experience in top coat, prime coat and electrostatic paint

• Ability to read blueprints/engineering drawings

Top candidates will bring the following skills and/or experience (Preferred):

• Leadership experience

• Heavy crane equipment experience

• Ability to read standard work and write continuous improvement cards

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles

• Ability to utilize computer for production transactions, standard work updates and various projects

• Experience using paint tools including cup paint gun, sanders and buffers.

• Knowledge of paint properties

• Knowledge of Caterpillar standards for paint quality (1E 2001 specs for paint)

What We Offer:

• 13 Paid days vacation

• 10 Paid holidays

• 8 Paid hours of volunteer time

• Paid winter holiday plant closure

• Day 1 Benefits - Total Rewards: Health, Dental, 401K w/ match, additional wellness

• Bonus/Incentive: Gain Sharing

• Development Opportunities

Additional Information:

Shift: 2nd Shift

Hours: 2:00PM-10:00 PM CST; Monday-Friday

Work Location: Brooklyn Park, MN

Compensation: $27 + HR, plus Quarterly Gain Sharing up to 10%

Work Environment

Exposure to paint fumes, catalyst fumes, isopropanol fumes and wash fumes Exposure to wash, paint application and clean up chemicals Noise levels of 85db or greater.

Physical Requirements:

Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists Lift up to 35lbs frequently Work at multiple heights Climb on equipment, machines, ladders, man lifts and various step stools Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees Work in awkward positions, including forward reach, lateral reach, squat, overhead reaching, twisting and forward head and rotation of neck. Work in tight spaces Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling rotating Use of fine motor skills Use of paint and wash tools including cup paint gun, sanders and buffers etc.

Benefits

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a monthly bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

Relocation assistance 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 .

Summary Pay Range:

$21.29 - $30.02

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:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .

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:

December 12, 2024 - December 15, 2024

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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