Product Painter

Posted:
9/8/2025, 3:06:49 AM

Location(s):
Decatur, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

Workplace Type:
Remote

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.

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

*Possesses a basic overall understanding of the product and line flow.

*Previous painting experience

*Operate remote control crane to specially equipped vehicles

*Inspects, tests, cleans, repairs and services spray guns and other spray painting equipment

*Mixes and maintains supply of paint

This opening is on an off shift - 2nd/3rd 

  2nd Shift is 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM .  

3rd Shift is 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Basic Qualifications:

* Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork
* Mechanical background or industrial assembly

* Previous paint application experience
* Comfortable with being at heights up to 20 feet off the ground on ladders and lifts

* Ability to perform simple computer operations

* Understanding of both hand and air (pneumatic) tooling



Top Candidates will possess:

* Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

* Previous overhead crane experience

* Understand of 5S principles

* Forklift certified

* Ability to read and understand prints and 3D and 2D imagery

*Worked with HVLP and/or compliant spray equipment

Additional Information:

Starting pay is $23.22/hr + $ 1.00 shift premium

As part of the recruitment process, you need to complete an online assessment. This will be sent to the email you used to apply. Look for an email titled "Your Online Assessment..."

 

Position is located in Decatur, IL - no relocation package is offered

Positions are Supplemental with limited benefits with a standard 40 hour work week.  There is no holiday or vacation pay.  Supplemental Employees can be moved to any shift and any position at any time. 

Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances. 

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, or O; 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 

 

Caterpillar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.   

 

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/span folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process. 

Summary Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

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:

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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Caterpillar

Website: https://caterpillar.com/

Headquarter Location: Peoria Heights, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1925

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Construction ⋅ Machinery Manufacturing ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mechanical Engineering