Career Area:

Operations

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 Production Operator – Boonville, MO

Set up and operate a variety of machines and equipment to produce plastic and/or rubber parts.

Key Job & Application Aspects:

Starting wage is $21.00/hour (plus $1/hour night shift premium)6% 401k matchDay one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)HSA with company contributionMonthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)Paid personal days11 paid holidaysAnnual merit increasesOpportunity for overtime hours/shiftsEducation Tuition AssistanceShifts Available:2nd - Monday - Friday, 3 PM - 11: 30 PM

3rd - Sunday - Thursday, 11 PM - 7: 30 AM

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

​**All offers for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Background and Drug Screen.

What to Expect After Applying:

Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

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)

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:

$21.00 - $26.20

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

Posting Dates:

February 23, 2026 - April 9, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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