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Chief Chemical Inspector - Day Shift

Caterpillar
Full-time
On-site
South Carolina

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.

Company Benefits:

  • 6% 401k match
  • Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)
  • HSA with company contribution
  • Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
  • 10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
  • Paid personal days
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Annual merit increases
  • Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
  • Education Tuition Assistance

Job Duties

  • Willingness to achieve a B level Wastewater license or higher
  • Willingness to complete Operations training on chemical lines
  • Obtain a forklift license with chemical delivery and trailer certification
  • Maintain chemical bath makeup for Nickel, Phosphate and Chrome
  • Perform chemical line tank cleanouts
  • Obtain RCRA certification
  • Deliver chemicals throughout the shop as required (ex. Coolant)
  • Ownership of in-house laboratory
  • Work closely with and take direction from EHS Technician as needed

Additional Information

  • Day shift Monday - Thursday
  • Starting pay is $23.10

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This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers.

Summary Pay Range:

$23.10 - $30.00

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:

September 18, 2025 - September 28, 2025

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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