Production Assembler - Decatur, IL (2nd Shift)

Caterpillar • Decatur, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Production Assembler for its second-shift team at the Decatur, Illinois facility. The role assembles, tests, and prepares heavy equipment components for shipment in a fast-paced, safety-focused manufacturing environment. This is a full-time supplemental position, scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a shift from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Starting pay is $20.40 per hour, plus a $1.00-per-hour shift premium. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40. The position offers limited benefits; listed offerings include health care coverage beginning Day 1 when enrolled within 31 days, a paid lunch period, automatic wage increases every 26 weeks or faster based on performance, and annual market-based pay adjustments. Candidates must complete an online assessment after applying and pass a pre-employment drug screening. The employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants who require or may require employer-specific sponsorship.

Requirements

• Mechanical background or experience in industrial assembly.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Comfort working at heights up to 20 feet using ladders or lifts.
• Ability to use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and system navigation.
• Must complete an online assessment after applying.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with standard and metric measurement systems.
• Overhead crane operation experience.
• Forklift certification.
• Understanding of 5S workplace organization principles.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 3D/2D schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, rework, and repair heavy machinery components and final drive assemblies.
• Operate test machines and remote-controlled cranes to move and position equipment.
• Disassemble and reassemble complex assemblies to replace or repair damaged parts.
• Prepare prime products and attachments for shipment.
• Perform salvage operations and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Follow safety protocols and quality standards at all times.

Benefits

• Health care coverage starting Day 1, with enrollment required within 31 days.
• Paid lunch period.
• Automatic wage increases every 26 weeks or faster based on performance.
• Annual market-based pay adjustments.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
• Paid time off plan, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed