3rd Shift Assembly & Test Technician - East Peoria

Caterpillar; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking Assembly and Test Specialists for the 3rd shift in East Peoria, IL. The role involves assembling and testing machine components, reworking when needed, and maintaining quality per the Standard Work Sheet.

Typical duties include monitoring production schedules, reporting downtime, and collaborating with supervisors on process improvements. Requires the ability to read prints, use gauges, and operate basic equipment; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environment or demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Previous Assembly Experience is a plus for top candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assembling / testing, reworking and repairing machine components.
• Performing production based on schedule and improving process efficiency.
• Following Standard Work Sheet to ensure quality products and avoid defects.
• Providing reports on material availability and equipment downtime.
• Identifying specification gaps and contributing to engineering test requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking Assembly and Test Specialists for the 3rd shift in East Peoria, IL. The role involves assembling and testing machine components, reworking when needed, and maintaining quality per the Standard Work Sheet.

Typical duties include monitoring production schedules, reporting downtime, and collaborating with supervisors on process improvements. Requires the ability to read prints, use gauges, and operate basic equipment; forklift experience is a plus.