Top 3 Plastics production Jobs in Columbia, Mo

Production Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift
Caterpillar —Boonville, MO
- $21.40 - $26.70 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
2nd Shift Supervisor
Engineered Plastic Components —Columbia, MO
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
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Plastic Manufacturing Technician Quality Auditor
Engineered Plastic Components —Columbia, MO
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Production Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Caterpillar -
Boonville, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$21.40 - $26.70 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
401(k) 6% Match
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Computer literacy
Computer skills

Full Job Description

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.

Entry Level Production Operator – Boonville, MO

Set up and operate a variety of machines and equipment to produce plastic and/or rubber parts.

Key Job & Application Aspects:

Starting wage is $21.40/hour (plus $1.00/hour shift premium)
6% 401k match
Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)
HSA with company contribution
Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
Paid personal days
11 paid holidays
Annual merit increases
Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
Education Tuition Assistance

Shifts Available:

2nd - Monday - Friday, 3 PM - 11:30 PM

3rd - Sunday - Thursday, 11 PM - 7:30 AM

Please include work history/experience and/or include an updated resume so we can fully assess your application.

*All offers for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Background and Drug Screen.

What to Expect After Applying:

Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

Essential job responsibilities & expectations but are not limited to the following:

Monitor equipment to ensure proper temperature and pressures are maintained to produce quality product
Clean and inspect parts for quality
Complete required paperwork to account for production and quality activity
Read and follow Safe Job Procedures
Set-up and operate complex production equipment
Maintain production on multiple machines simultaneously
Operate and adjust automated and/or robotic equipment
Maintain a positive environment requiring communication with other team members
Complete job functions required to support CPS principles
Focus on safety and quality
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to coordinate multiple efforts at once
Ability to work in a team environment
Flexible to business needs
Willing to be cross trained in all areas

Qualifications - External

Basic Qualifications:

Basic computer experience (Intermediate skill level - basic skills/knowledge, capable of functioning independently while using computers)

Top Candidates will also have:

Rubber injection molding experience
Previous manufacturing/operations experience
Previous fork truck experience
Previous experience working with written instructions for a given job such as Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work instructions

Additional Information:

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process. If you wish to know the status of your application - please review your job submissions on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Summary Pay Range:

$21.40 - $26.70

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:

July 30, 2026 - August 30, 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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