Production Operator - 1st Shift
About The Position
Caterpillar is hiring an entry-level Production Operator in Boonville, Missouri. The role sets up and operates machines and equipment to produce plastic and/or rubber parts. Operators monitor equipment and adjust it to maintain proper temperatures and pressures, inspect and clean parts for quality, complete production and quality paperwork, and follow safe job procedures. The position may require running several machines at once and operating automated or robotic equipment. Team members are expected to communicate and collaborate, support CPS principles, prioritize safety and quality, adapt to business needs, and be willing to cross-train in all areas. The position is on the first shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Overtime hours or shifts may be available. Applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for a phone screen, followed by an online assessment and an on-site interview. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
Requirements
- Basic computer experience at an intermediate skill level: basic skills and knowledge, with the ability to function independently while using computers.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple efforts at once.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Flexibility to meet business needs.
- Willingness to be cross-trained in all areas.
Nice To Haves
- Rubber injection molding experience.
- Previous manufacturing or operations experience.
- Previous fork truck experience.
- Previous experience working with written job instructions, such as Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work instructions.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate a variety of machines and equipment to produce plastic and/or rubber parts.
- 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.
- Communicate with team members and contribute to a positive work environment.
- Complete job functions required to support CPS principles.
- Focus on safety and quality.
- Coordinate multiple efforts at once and work in a team environment.
- Adapt to business needs and be willing to cross-train in all areas.
Benefits
- 6% 401(k) match.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage beginning on day one; the posting says coverage may start at $33.00 per month.
- Health Savings Account with company contribution.
- Monthly bonus opportunity of up to 11%.
- 10 paid vacation days, prorated in the first calendar year.
- Paid personal days.
- 11 paid holidays.
- Annual merit increases.
- Opportunity for overtime hours or shifts.
- Education tuition assistance.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
