Painter Team Lead (2nd Shift)
Brooklyn Park, MN - USA
Job Summary
Career Area:
OperationsJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.
Your Work Shapes the World
Whether it be groundbreaking products best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world your impact spans the globe.
As a Painter - Team Lead you are a vital team member in the process of building CAT equipment. You can expect to Lead daily production on an industrial production paint line safely providing manpower coverages train and develop people you may also manually and electronically update daily & weekly metric white boards providing input on schedule adjustments adjusting manpower within paint teams and participating in daily production dialogs with team and management. As hands on lead this will also include production line paint processes wash mask paint de-mask and touchup.
Pay Rate and Schedule:
The position includes a wage of$29.60/hour(this includes a base wage of
$28.35 plus theadditional$1.25 /hourshift differential)plus acomprehensive Day-One benefitsprogramand on-site health and wellness!
Compensation: L06
Plan to check your email for communications as well as an application assessment. Relocationassistanceis not available for this position.
Openings available on2ndShift: Monday Friday 02:00p.m - 10:00 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.
You can also expect to provide coverage for team member absences and/or production fluctuation. This includes paint processes wash mask paint de-mask and touchup. This includes paint processes wash mask paint de-mask and touchup. Work with support functions to identify and resolve issues related to safety quality process and delivery checks as well as issues related to equipment fixture tool process quality delivery and product/layout changes to ensure daily production schedules are met. You will coordinate continuous improvement ideas to maintain and emphasize standard work by identifying driving and sustaining improvements in alignment with Lean Manufacturing principles. Train and develop employees on job skills problem solving and cross training. Provide recognition to employee contributions.
Additional Information:
Shift: 2nd Shift
Hours: 02:00PM-10:00PM CST M-F; overtime eligible
Work Location: Brooklyn Park MN
Compensation: L06; Hourly shift differential; Eligibility for overtime
Shift differentials when applicable.
Basic Requirements:
2 years experience in heavy equipment automotive or military paint processing or a paint related certificate or certified trade school/technical degree in paint related field
Leadership experience (in any undustry)
Experience in top coat prime coat and electrostatic process
Ability to read blueprints/engineering drawings
Minimum of 6 months intermediate to advanced computer usage
Top Candidates Will Have:
6-month minimum experience with Caterpillar Paving Products
Heavy crane equipment experience
Ability to read standard work and write continuous improvement cards
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles
Ability to utilize computer for production transactions standard work updates and various projects
Experience using paint tools including cup paint gun sanders and buffers.
Knowledge of paint properties
Knowledge of Caterpillar standards for paint quality (1E 2001 specs for paint)
Work Environment
Complete PFT test. Exposure to paint fumes catalyst fumes isopropanol fumes and WASH FUMES. Exposure to wash and paint application and clean up chemicals. Use of paint and wash tools including cup paint gun sanders and buffers etc. Operate overhead cranes jib cranes and hoists Lift up to 35 lbs frequently Work at multiple heights Climb on equipment machines ladders and various step stools Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices Kneel squat and crawl on knees Work in awkward positions including forward reach lateral reach squat overhead reaching twisting and forward head and rotation of neck. Work in tight spaces Repetitive grasping pushing pulling rotating Use of fine motor skills Use of hand tools including wrenches air tools drills cutters tie wrap guns pneumatic vibratory etc. Includes ability to pull manual torque tools to torque requirements (at least 250 Newton meters or 185 foot pounds) Required Personal Protective Equipment: hearing protection safety glasses steel toed/metatarsal foot gear and as needed dust masks. Climb on equipment machines ladders man lifts and various step stools. Work at multiple. Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices heights. Operate material handling equipment (i.e. counterbalance turret reach truck picker). Work in tight spaces. Work in awkward positions including forward reach lateral reach squat overhead reaching twisting and forward head and rotation of neck. Required Personal Protective Equipment: hearing protection safety glasses steel toed/metatarsal foot gear and protective paint clothing and equipment including respirator painter hood painter Tyvek suit rain coat rain bibs rubber boots rubber gloves full face shield with hood.
Benefits: Day 1 Eligibility
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical dental vision RX and 401K) along with the potential of a monthly bonus.
Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date). Day one eligibility- must complete benefits information during orientation.
Applications must be complete to be considered. Please include an attached resume or job history entries.
Relocation assistance 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 Pay Range:
$28.35 - $36.23Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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:
May 22 2026 - June 3 2026Any 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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About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.