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.

Production Associate / Grinding Specialist

This role includes salary starting at $22.25/hour with periodic wage increases, healthcare insurance, employee discount programs, free employee assistance program, and more. Depending on business requirements, normal working hours will be 40 hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Don’t miss this opportunity! We also offer an additional $0.75/hour night shift premium for our 2nd and 3rd shift employees!

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Operate cylindrical honing machines

Hone various parts

Set up grinders

Operate grinders

Adjust grinders

Required qualifications for Mapleton Seals Production Associate:

Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes

Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Top candidates will also have:

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

Basic knowledge in reading and interpreting prints

Additional Information:

Positions available on 2nd and 3rd shifts

2nd shift: 3:00pm - 11:00 pm, Monday-Friday

3rd shift: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am, Sunday night-Friday morning

This position does not offer relocation

This position requires no travel

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age

Positions are supplemental full-time

What we offer:

Competitive starting wages with scheduled wage increases

Day one benefits

Employee national discounts

Development opportunities

* Safety is a core value at Caterpillar.  All candidates for employment must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. We owe it to our employees and their families to work in a safe and secure workplace. 

Summary Pay Range:

$19.56 - $24.35

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:

January 2, 2025 - January 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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