CNC Operator- East Peoria LL- 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.East Peoria, IL
Onsite

About The Position

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. 3rd Shift Available - Full Time- East Peoria LL Pay is $26.66 hr with an additional $1.00 shift differential for working an off shift Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement. Day 1 Benefits including Health Insurance As a CNC Machinist at Caterpillar, you can expect to set up, operate and adjust various CNC machines. Exact machines will be dependent on the location and department you are hired to. Machines may include: Lathe Automatic Turret Engine Tracer Single Spindle Automatic Screw Multi-Spindle Automatic Cutoff Gear Grinding Mill, Drill, and Bore Based on your previous experience and machining knowledge, Caterpillar will determine which machines will best suit you. Please be sure to include all of your previous CNC machine experience on your resume and application to help make this determination.

Requirements

  • 1 year of CNC machining experience or machining certification from an accredited school or program
  • Intermediate proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints
  • High mechanical aptitude, vocational training or technical training
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Strong commitment to safety
  • Must be able to work any shift - working hours may change with business needs
  • Operate equipment including forklift, Hand Jack/pallet truck
  • Noise levels of 85db or greater
  • Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists
  • Lift up to 18lbs 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 and all weather conditions
  • 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
  • Computer skills to access Cat Intranet
  • Ability to read prints and use gauges for Quality Inspection

Nice To Haves

  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate and adjust various machines to produce parts that meet blueprint specifications in a production environment
  • Ensure that parts being machined are within tight tolerances
  • Perform a variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system
  • Apply safe working methods

Benefits

  • Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.
  • Day 1 Benefits including Health Insurance
  • 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
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