Production Associate (Paint)

Caterpillar•Athens, GA
•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

  • Prior work experience
  • Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
  • Ability to perform repetitive operations
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
  • Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Forklifts
  • Experience in masking/demasking, loading/unloading, shot blasting, etc
  • Experience in equipment paint processing
  • Experience in top coat, prime coat and electrostatic paint
  • Ability to read blueprints / engineering drawings

Responsibilities

  • Complete various tasks to meet production schedules, which can include masker/demasker, load/unload, caulker, pre-inspection, blow off operator, shot blast operator, and other duties as assigned.
  • Follow required safety procedures at all times.
  • Support business needs by working overtime as needed.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Quarterly bonus
  • Medical, dental, vision, RX
  • 401K
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • 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
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