Machinist Trainee - 2nd and 3rd Shifts - Supplemental

Caterpillar•Pontiac, IL

About The Position

Caterpillar's Large Power Systems Division designs and manufactures large diesel and natural gas engines, engine components, and powertrains. As a Machinist Trainee at Caterpillar Pontiac, employees may train in grinding, bead blasting, extrude honing, or Robodrill operations. Work includes setting up, operating, and adjusting equipment to produce or finish metal components, including precise drilling, tapping, milling, and grinding operations. The role involves inspecting finished parts and supporting production quality and efficiency. The position is supplemental, with 36 or more hours per week, no holiday pay, and limited benefits. Training is conducted on first-shift hours, Monday through Friday. Available schedules are second shift, Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., or third shift, Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Starting pay is $23.22 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour night-shift premium. Relocation assistance is not available. Employment offers are conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience in manufacturing, engine maintenance, or machining.
Ability to follow written instructions, such as schematics, standard work, and blueprints.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate a variety of CNC machines used to produce high-precision parts.
Read blueprints and drawings to determine product dimensions and tolerances.
Apply intermediate mathematical skills, including fractions, geometry, addition, and subtraction.
Learn to determine feeds and speeds and select tooling.
Depending on assignment, set up, operate, and adjust grinders for surface, cylindrical, or crankshaft bearing grinding operations.
Set up and operate sand-blasting equipment to remove burrs from parts.
Set up and operate extrude-honing equipment using parts and clay to remove metal shavings and produce a smooth, clean finish.
Set up, operate, and monitor Robodrill equipment for precise drilling, tapping, and milling; adjust tool offsets and inspect parts for accuracy.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
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.