Machinist Trainee - 3rd Shift - East Peoria Bldg KK - Supplemental
About The Position
Caterpillar is hiring entry-level machining trainees at its East Peoria, Illinois, Building KK facility. The paid Machining Trainee program provides a learning experience for individuals interested in pursuing a machining career. Training lasts 4–6 weeks and is conducted on first-shift hours, Monday through Friday. After training, positions are available on second and third shifts. This is a supplemental position with a minimum of 40 hours per week and limited benefits. The position requires no travel, and relocation is not offered. After completing the program, trainees will be able to set up and operate a variety of CNC machines to produce high-precision parts; read blueprints and drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances; verify parts using measurement instruments; apply intermediate mathematics; and determine feed rates, speeds, and tooling. The listed third shift schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Starting pay is $23.22 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour night-shift premium. Overtime may be required.
Requirements
- Previous troubleshooting and equipment repair experience with agricultural, automotive, industrial, or military equipment.
- Good communication skills and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
- Ability to work overtime when required, including weekends.
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 and operate a variety of CNC machines to produce high-precision parts.
- Read blueprints and drawings to determine product dimensions and tolerances.
- Verify that parts conform to specifications using measurement instruments such as micrometers or calipers.
- Apply intermediate mathematics, including geometry, trigonometry, arithmetic, and converting fractions and decimals.
- Determine feed rates and speeds, and select tooling.
- Work overtime when required, including weekends.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
