Industrial Paint Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.

South Milwaukee, WI, US
Step 1: $27.93ph; step 2: $29.09ph; step 3: $30.26...
Industrial painting experience
Prepare and apply industrial coatings
Operate spray booths
Prepare, prime, and paint parts, sub‑assemblies, and complete machines (prime and finish coats)

Job Summary

  • Prepare, prime, and paint parts, sub‑assemblies, and complete machines (prime and finish coats).
  • When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team that cares not just about the work we do—but also about each other.
  • Starting Day One Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 401(k) with 6% company match Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Parental Leave.

Matching Summary

Prepare, prime, and paint parts, sub‑assemblies, and complete machines (prime and finish coats).

Salary

Step 1: $27.93/hr; Step 2: $29.09/hr; Step 3: $30.26/hr; Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On Bonus; Shift Premium: +$1.00/hr for 3rd shift

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Industrial painting experience
  • Prepare and apply industrial coatings
  • Operate spray booths
  • Mix paints and adjust viscosity
  • Apply coatings evenly
  • Operate shot blast equipment

Nice-to-have

  • Attention to detail
  • Work independently and as part of a team
  • Willingness to work overtime
  • Experience cleaning and preparing parts

Key Requirements

  • 2+ years of industrial painting experience
  • Previous paint experience in manufacturing
  • Ability to determine proper sequence
  • Follow standard work instructions
  • Experience operating shot blast equipment

Work Rights

Not specified

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