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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 :

*Job location - Boonville, MO

*Starting wage is $19.00/hour.

* Positions are  CAT Part Time Temporary/Supplemental ( 20 – 32 hours per week ) open to high school and college students.

*Are you a current high school or college student looking for summer work? This is a great opportunity for that! Please note: must be at least 16 years of age or older.

*Anticipated end date of temporary assignment is mid-August.

* Shifts available :

M-F, 7 am - 3:30 pm (specific hours to coincide with working 20-32 total hours per week)

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

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)

*Must be a high school student and must be at least 16 years of age or older

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:

$20.40 - $25.40

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:

March 19, 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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