Assembly & Test Specialist - 2nd Shift - Full Time

Production Assembler

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Caterpillar | Decatur, IL

Pay: Starting at $23.22/hour + $1.00/hour shift premium Shift: 2nd Shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM) Job Type: Full-Time, Regular Industry: Manufacturing / Heavy Equipment

Benefits: Effective Day 1

Job Description Summary

Caterpillar is hiring Production Assemblers for our Assembly & Test operations on 2nd shift at our Decatur, Illinois facility. In this full-time, regular role, you will assemble, test, and prepare heavy equipment components in a safety-focused manufacturing environment. This position offers stable hours, competitive pay, and full Caterpillar benefits starting on your first day of employment. Successful candidates bring hands-on manufacturing experience, strong teamwork skills, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Join a global manufacturing leader and help build the equipment that powers industries around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, rework, and repair heavy machinery components and assemblies
• Disassemble and reassemble complex components to repair or replace parts
• Operate test equipment and remote-controlled cranes to position materials
• Prepare completed products and attachments for shipment
• Use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools to complete assembly tasks
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 2D/3D schematics
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S standards
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or assembly environment
• Recent experience working in a manufacturing environment with regular shifts and defined operational expectations
• Ability to work at heights of up to 20 feet using ladders or lifts, in accordance with safety requirements
• Ability to safely use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools
• Intermediate computer skills, including data entry and basic system navigation
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a production or industrial setting
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 2D/3D schematics
• Working knowledge of 5S workplace organization principles or similar lean practices
• Demonstrated ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team in a production environment
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment or large-scale industrial assemblies
• Familiarity with standard and metric measurement systems
• Overhead crane operation experience
• Forklift certification

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $23.22/hour + $1.00/hour shift premium
• Schedule: 40 hours per week with overtime paid at 1.5x for hours over 40
• Benefits Starting Day One:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid lunch period
• Automatic wage increases every 26 weeks (or sooner based on performance)
• Annual market-based pay adjustments

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:

• 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 28, 2026 - October 17, 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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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