Grinding Specialist

Caterpillar Inc. • East Peoria, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Grinding Specialist sets up, operates, and adjusts grinders to perform surface and cylindrical grinding operations and/or rough grinding of main and pin bearings on crankshafts. The classification also includes cylindrical honing machines, an automatic crankshaft superfinisher, and systems such as an automatic valve guide line.

This supplemental position is located in Building LL in East Peoria. The schedule is 2nd shift, Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., or 3rd shift, Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Employees must be able to work any shift, and working hours may change with business needs. The position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week and offers limited benefits. Pay is $23.22 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour shift differential.

Requirements

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to work any shift; working hours may change with business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous CNC training or experience.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust grinders for surface and cylindrical grinding operations.
• Perform rough grinding of main and pin bearings on crankshafts.
• Operate equipment and systems that include cylindrical honing machines, an automatic crankshaft superfinisher, and an automatic valve guide line.

Benefits

• All required personal protective equipment is provided, including safety glasses with prescription options and air-supplied welding hoods.
• Safety boot reimbursement.
• Up to 40 hours of paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.
• Paid time off plan, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed