CNC Machining Trainee - Paid Training + 2nd/3rd Shifts

Caterpillar; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Caterpillar’s East Peoria Building KK is looking to hire entry level machining trainees. The paid Machining Trainee program provides a unique learning experience for highly motivated individuals pursuing a career in machining. Positions are available on 2nd and 3rd shifts after 4-6 weeks of training.

You will set up and operate CNC machines, read blueprints, and use micrometers or calipers to verify part conformance. You will learn feeds, speeds, and tooling selection as you progress.

Qualifications

• Previous troubleshooting and equipment repair experience with agricultural, automotive, industrial, or military equipment.
• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to work overtime when required, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of CNC machines used to produce high precision parts.
• Read blueprints & drawings to determine product dimensions and tolerances.
• Verify conformity of part to specification using measurement instruments such as micrometers or calipers.
• Accurately apply intermediate mathematical skill, including geometry, trigonometry, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions and decimals.
• Ability to determine feed, speeds, and select tooling.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

CNC machines

Job description

Caterpillar’s East Peoria Building KK is looking to hire entry level machining trainees. The paid Machining Trainee program provides a unique learning experience for highly motivated individuals pursuing a career in machining. Positions are available on 2nd and 3rd shifts after 4-6 weeks of training.

You will set up and operate CNC machines, read blueprints, and use micrometers or calipers to verify part conformance. You will learn feeds, speeds, and tooling selection as you progress.