Production Assembler - Decatur, IL (2nd Shift)

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

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Production Assembler – Caterpillar Decatur, IL (2nd Shift)

Location: Decatur, Illinois Shift: 2nd Shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM)

Pay: Starting at $20.40/hour + $1.00/hour shift premium

Job Type: Full-Time, Supplemental

Industry: Manufacturing, Heavy Equipment, Industrial Assembly

Job Summary

Caterpillar is hiring Production Assemblers for our 2nd shift team at the Decatur, IL facility. As a vital part of our manufacturing operations, you will assemble, test, and prepare heavy equipment components for shipment. This hands-on role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Join a global leader in heavy equipment manufacturing and help build the machines that move the world.

Key Responsibilities

· Assemble, test, rework, and repair heavy machinery components and final drive assemblies.

· Operate test machines and remote-controlled cranes to move and position equipment.

· Disassemble and reassemble complex assemblies to replace or repair damaged parts.

· Prepare prime products and attachments for shipment.

· Perform salvage operations and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

· Follow safety protocols and quality standards at all times.

Basic Qualifications

· Mechanical background or experience in industrial assembly.

· Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

· Comfortable working at heights up to 20 feet using ladders or lifts.

· Ability to use hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools.

· Basic computer skills for data entry and system navigation.

Preferred Qualifications

· Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

· Familiarity with standard and metric measurement systems.

· Overhead crane operation experience.

· Forklift certification.

· Understanding of 5S workplace organization principles.

· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 3D/2D schematics.

Compensation & Benefits

· Starting Pay: $20.40/hour + $1.00/hour shift premium

· Schedule: 40 hours/week, with overtime pay (1.5x) for hours over 40

· Benefits:

o Health care coverage starting Day 1 (must enroll within 31 days)

o Paid lunch period

o Automatic wage increases every 26 weeks (or faster based on performance)

o Annual market-based pay adjustments

Note: This is a supplemental position with limited benefits.

Competencies

• Safety Focus – Demonstrates a commitment to working safely, following procedures, identifying potential hazards, and contributing to a safe work environment.

• Responsibility & Dependability – Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains attendance standards, and consistently delivers quality results.

• Teamwork & Collaboration – Works effectively with others, communicates respectfully, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive and productive work environment.

• Functional Expertise & Continuous Learning – Learns and applies job-related knowledge, follows established processes, solves routine work challenges, and adapts to new tools, equipment, and procedures.

Additional Information

· Assessment Required: Candidates must complete an online assessment sent via email after applying. Look for an email titled “Your Online Assessment…”

· Pre-employment Screening: All candidates must pass a drug screening for prohibited substances.

Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace.

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:

November 2, 2026 - November 28, 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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