Experienced Foundry Operators- 2nd or 3rd Shift- Mapleton Cast Metal Org.(CMO)

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Job Description:

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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.

The Mapleton Foundry is looking to hire experienced Foundry Operators! The starting pay for training is $23.22, once fully trained it will go up to $26.66, plus $1.00 night-shift premium. As a Foundry Operator, you will operate stations to monitor and control processes related to casting products.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Applying safe working methods
• Operates control station to monitor and control foundry processes
• Analyzes control signals
• Control melting operations
• Detect deviations and initiate corrective action
• Ability to operate powered industrial vehicles

Minimum Qualifications:

• One-year prior foundry experience
• Ability to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds
• Ability to stand throughout an 8 to 12-hour shift
• Ability to operate heavy machinery and manufacturing equipment

Top candidates will also have:

• Previous machine shop, foundry, or manufacturing experience
• Experience operating furnaces and other foundry related equipment
• Knowledge of mold preparation and pouring techniques
• Math skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving and decision-making

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive base salary after training period: starting Pay rate- $26.66, plus $1.00 night-shift premium
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (limited while supplemental)
• Paid time off plan (prorated based on start date)
• 401k savings plan
• Wellness programs

Salary Range: $26.66 - $28.50

Additional Information:

• Positions start as supplemental (40 or more hours per week but with no holiday pay and limited benefits) on 2nd or 3rd shift
• Positions are in Mapleton, Illinois
• There is no relocation offered for these positions

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:

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:

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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