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Lead Mold Repair Maintenance Technician I - Multiple Shifts Available

Caterpillar
Full-time
On-site
Missouri

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

Available Shifts:

  • 1st shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday

  • 2nd shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm Monday - Friday

  • 3rd shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am Sunday - Thursday

Job Description:

  • Lead off shift team in changes and hot runner rebuild in the plastics area

  • Lead off shift team in mold changes and cold runner block rebuilds in the rubber injection area

  • Lead advanced troubleshooting skills in all areas of Mold Repair

  • Fully capable of training Mold Repair Level II & III associates

  • Minimum 2 years experience as Mold Repair Level III or equivalent leadership experience

  • Extensive experience with rubber injection molding, manufacturing / operations, fork truck and leadership / training

Desired Qualifications:

  • Capable of safely operating up to a 15,000 pound capacity fork truck

  • Leadership / training experience

  • Focus on safety and quality

  • Respirator qualified

  • Be receptive to ideas

  • Lead and follow with respect

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

  • High school education and previous experience preferred.

  • Proficient in all areas of Mold Repair Level III

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.

Pay Range is $26.40/hr - $32.90/hr.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, 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:

$26.40 - $32.90

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 22, 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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