Production Operator - Second or Third Shift Available - Full Benefits Day-One!

Caterpillar•Pomona, MO

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator is responsible for operating machines in the shop area to meet safety, quality, and production goals. The role involves working across multiple shop areas, maintaining and adjusting equipment, recording production and quality information, and supporting continuous improvement and maintenance activities. The position is based in West Plains, Missouri (Pomona), and offers second- or third-shift schedules. Relocation assistance is not provided. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background and drug screen.

Requirements

Basic computer skills and knowledge at an intermediate level, with the ability to function independently.
Ability to work safely, maintain quality, and meet production expectations.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take initiative to promote teamwork.
Ability to learn equipment in the team area and troubleshoot problems.
Ability to understand the relationships among hose manufacturing processes and locate and use necessary information.
Effective time management and ability to complete assignments efficiently.
Ability to handle assignments and overcome problems reliably.
Clear, concise, non-threatening communication with employees at all levels, and effective listening.
Ability to stand and walk on a concrete floor for up to 12 hours.
Ability to frequently lift 25–30 pounds.
Ability to frequently push, pull, bend, and twist.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience.
Hose fabrication experience.
Independent ability to follow written work instructions, such as standard operating procedures or standard work documents.

Responsibilities

Follow safe job procedures and guidelines, and look out for the safety of others.
Meet quality and productivity targets.
Use a computer to enter quality and production data and log maintenance tickets.
Cross-train in multiple shop areas, including extrusion, fabric wrapping, winding, autoclave, shipping, slitting, forklift, and related operations.
Train in forklift and crane operation.
Adjust and maintain machine settings to meet quality and production needs.
Submit continuous improvement ideas.
Complete daily 6-S tasks.
Perform LOTO procedures and cooperative maintenance.
Account for tools and equipment at the start and end of each shift.
Participate in and communicate during performance dialogues.
Sign up for posted overtime.

Benefits

Day-one medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; advertised starting cost as low as $38 per month.
401(k) with 6% company match.
Health Savings Account with company contribution.
Monthly bonus opportunity of up to 11%.
80 hours of paid vacation, prorated in the first calendar year.
Paid personal days.
11 paid holidays.
Potential annual merit increases.
Overtime opportunities.
Education tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Career development.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.
Paid time off plan, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.