Paint Technician - 2nd Shift
Caterpillar

Job Info

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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.

Your Work Shapes the World!

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

At Caterpillar - North Little Rock, Arkansas, we take pride in working together to safely build quality Motor Graders, Medium Wheel Loaders, and Rotary Mixers that enhance our customer's productivity and utility of Caterpillar machines. We strive for excellence in manufacturing providing the best quality products to our customers and want you to help make it happen!

Job Description:

As a Paint Technician at Caterpillar - North Little Rock you will be part of a dedicated team in the painting of Motor Grader, Medium Wheel Loader and Rotary Mixer products that help our customers build a better world! Inside the 725,000 square-foot air-conditioned facility you will work with a team of painters and manufacturing engineers to complete daily build requirements. As a Paint team member, perform a wide area of operations in support of the liquid and powder value streams. These processes include inventory management, paint application, paint systems maintenance, project management, and process improvement.

Job Responsibilities could include:

• Change paint booth filters according to Filter Specifications
• Remove paint residues from Paint Booth surfaces (Floors, Walls, Ladder, Tracks)
• Lead process feedback and improvement ideas through Continuous Improvement Cards.
• Conduct Noninvasive Maintenance Operation

• Verifying clamps are secure
• Verifying Booth floor works correctly after cleaning
• Verifying Sawhorses work correctly after cleaning
• Removing and Replacing Floor grating
• Replace Film over HMI screenings
• Replace filters on fans

• Record Paint LUX Readings
• Remove Paint Overspray from Paint Booths
• Clean Powder Paint EV Room

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5+ Years Experience in Manufacturing, Liquid and/or Powder Paint Systems and/or related technical experience
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 products

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Technical degree
• Paint Certification
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and processes
• Extensive knowledge in industrial paint systems

• Experience with SAP
• Experience with Guided Buy

Perks and Extra Details:

• Overtime is available, based on business need.
• You'll have the opportunity for pay increases annually based on performance.
• Day One Benefits! We offer a total rewards package that provides medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K for all employees.
• Additional benefits include paid vacation days, holidays, personal time off (PTO) and a paid volunteer day (prorated based upon hire date).
• If interested, opportunity to transfer to first shift is based on performance, attendance, and business need after 6 months.
• Potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing jobs.
• Safety is a top priority. We provide all personal protective equipment:
  • Painter's Helmet & Protective Clothing
  • Metatarsal guard, steel-toe boots,
  • Safety glasses & hearing protection
  • Uniform Shirts and Pants.

Other Considerations

• 2nd Shift - Full Time
• 3PM - 11PM, Monday through Friday
• Overtime Saturday would range from 12PM - 5PM as business conditions dictate

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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 .

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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.
Posting Dates:
April 8, 2024 - April 18, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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