Caterpillar Inc.

Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're&nbsp;joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.&nbsp; We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't&nbsp;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.
CATERPILLAR REMANUFACTURING
Do you have a passion for helping customers and supporting a sustainable solution? Since 1973, Cat Reman has helped bring the value at the core of every Cat product back to life. Customers look to us to provide a high-quality solution that is good for their business - and promotes sustainability. It's important to us to deliver. Our team is full of industry leaders. Together, following common values, we share a passion for delivering sustainability benefits that help the company contribute to a circular economy. It’s rewarding work, with an inspiring team, where every contribution matters.
Our Caterpillar Remanufacturing Division currently has&nbsp;an opening for a Painter I position located in the Corinth, MS facility. As a painter, you will become a member of the team that lives daily the team culture, understands, and accepts plant policy, procedures, and practices. Your daily tasks often include operating a spray applicator and/or other equipment to apply industrial paint finishes on engines or component parts via mixing paints and other solutions, monitoring drying to ensure desired quality results.
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Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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<li>Work in a fast-paced, safety and quality focused team environment to perform various assembly processes.
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<li>Ensure that parts and materials used in the assembly process are free from quality defects
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<li>Inspect parts and materials to ensure they are free from quality defects
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<li>Paint engines or component parts per work instructions, standard operating procedures, blueprints, risk assessment, and job routing
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<li>Conduct operations level maintenance on all paint systems and equipment:&nbsp; paint kitchen, 2KS, paint booth, hoods, guns, etc.
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<li>Complete daily production logs to meet environmental and safety standards
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<li>Maintain operator performed maintenance (OPM) and routine housekeeping (5S) and perform activities to eliminate workplace hazards and handling of hazardous waste
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<li>Identify and relay information for correction on discrepancies in affected assembly processes, safety, quality, and production issues
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<li>Prioritize work to meet production schedules
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<li>Disassembly and clean paint gun and other equipment
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<li>Flexibility to work across other value streams
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<li>Prioritize reliability and quality awareness
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<li>All other duties as assigned
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Basic Qualifications:
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<li>Previous paint application experience within a manufacturing setting</li>
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Top Candidates will also have:
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<li>Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Applications (basic skills/knowledge - capable of functioning independently)</li>
<li>Basic understanding of both hand and air (pneumatic) tooling</li>
<li>Previous experience in an automotive, paint or body setting or similar application experience</li>
<li>Basic understanding of blueprints</li>
<li>Previous experience with compliant spray equipment</li>
<li>Interest in becoming a power trainer</li>
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Physical Requirements:
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<li>Job may be physically demanding at times and must be able to handle high volume fast paced operation.
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<li>Comfort with heights and utilization of ladders and lifts
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<li>Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
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<li>Ability to perform repetitive operations
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<li>Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
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<li>Will be required to wear a detail suit with hood and/or respirator.
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<li>Will require respirator physical and training
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<li>Must be able to wear proper PPE.
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<li>May be required to lift/push/pull heavy parts up to 30 lbs. multiple times per shift.
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<li>Must be able to stand for up to 10+ hours per shift.
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<h1>IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THIS POSITION!!!</h1>
<h1>All Paint positions will be required to wear a detail suit with hood and/or respirator. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application.</h1>
Job Bid Eligibility Requirements:
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<li>Any current agency workers applying to this position must have worked the required 300 hours to be considered as well as meeting all requirements for the position.</li>
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**Additional information 
Online Assessment:** Candidates who are considered for this role will receive an email from Caterpillar containing a link to complete an online assessment. This email will be sent to the one that was used to apply. Please complete the assessment as soon as possible, as the link will expire. After applying to any Caterpillar position, candidates should check their email frequently for assessment invitations and other correspondence.
Compensation &amp; Benefits Offered!
Starting hourly pay rate of $19.75 (pay negotiations based on skills/experience)
This position is 2nd shift with an additional 7% night shift premium
Work Hours: 3PM - 1AM (Mon-Thurs)
40-hour work weeks with potential for overtime
80 hours of vacation with an additional 3 days (hours dependent on work schedule) of Paid Time Off (PTO) (all prorated based on hire date)
10 Paid holidays
Climate controlled work environment – most areas
100% 401k match up to 6% offered on day 1 of employment
Health, dental, vision, &amp; life insurance offered on day 1 of employment
Potential annual performance increase
Clean/safe work environment
Paid holiday shut down at the end of the year (dependent upon business needs)
All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any Caterpillar position:
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Background Screening
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Drug &amp; Alcohol Screening (Applicants are hereby advised that the Company has implemented a drug and alcohol policy and conducts a testing program, pursuant to Sections 71-7-1, et al., of the Mississippi Code of 1972, Ann. (hereinafter referred to as “the Act”), and you are hereby advised of the existence of said Act.)
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical
Check out our Caterpillar Remanufacturing facility by clicking the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__youtu.be_pv3smO3ZNQ0&amp;d=DwICAg&amp;c=p0oa49nxxGtbbM2qgM-GB4r4m9OlGg-sEp8sXylY2aQ&amp;r=ON4_vAKqSNFJoqNlSFxD-F6sTfx7PfiqfiiLkNcT6zM&amp;m=j3YvN-6M5WATvi1AmLFw8ciQe32e9aIEhJkhYeS_9do&amp;s=I2rtZJxbq9YbRKoMriq3J6xu-iqOJCA6JXkKBcdYTVc&amp;e=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__youtu.be_pv3smO3ZNQ0&amp;d=DwICAg&amp;c=p0oa49nxxGtbbM2qgM-GB4r4m9OlGg-sEp8sXylY2aQ&amp;r=ON4_vAKqSNFJoqNlSFxD-F6sTfx7PfiqfiiLkNcT6zM&amp;m=j3YvN-6M5WATvi1AmLFw8ciQe32e9aIEhJkhYeS_9do&amp;s=I2rtZJxbq9YbRKoMriq3J6xu-iqOJCA6JXkKBcdYTVc&amp;e=</a> 
Please ensure you frequently sign into your candidate home for any updates or correspondence for positions that you have applied for. <a href="https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers</a>*. **Keep a frequent check on emails as correspondence will be sent to the email that you used to apply with.**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* <a href="http://www.caterpillar.com/careers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.caterpillar.com/careers</a> 
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant. 
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
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Summary Pay Range:
$19.75 - $25.65
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location,&nbsp;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.
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<li>Medical, dental, and vision benefits*</li>
<li>Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*</li>
<li>401(k) savings plans*</li>
<li>Health Savings Account (HSA)*</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*</li>
<li>Health Lifestyle Programs*</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program*</li>
<li>Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*</li>
<li>Career Development*</li>
<li>Incentive bonus*</li>
<li>Disability benefits</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Parental leave</li>
<li>Adoption benefits</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
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* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
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Posting Dates:
October 14, 2026 - October 21, 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.&nbsp; Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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