CNC Machinist – 2nd Shift | $26.66/hr + Benefits

Caterpillar; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Night shift premium

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Caterpillar in East Peoria is looking for a Machinist to operate, set up and adjust automatic lathes for various machining operations. You will work on N/C lathes, ensure tolerances, and maintain safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality, and reliability, with a 2nd shift schedule and a starting pay rate of $26.66 per hour. Overtime may be required, with full safety training provided.

Qualifications

• Technical school or equivalent in mechanical discipline.
• Experience in CNC/machine shop operations.
• Good communication and strong safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up and adjust automatic lathes to perform machining operations.
• Execute machining operations on CNC/N/C lathes to tight tolerances.
• Manually operate vertical turret lathes.
• Apply safe working methods.

Skills

CNC/machine shop experience

Communication skills

Safety awareness & teamwork

5S TPM knowledge

Education

Technical school or equivalent in mechanical discipline

Job description

Caterpillar in East Peoria is looking for a Machinist to operate, set up and adjust automatic lathes for various machining operations. You will work on N/C lathes, ensure tolerances, and maintain safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality, and reliability, with a 2nd shift schedule and a starting pay rate of $26.66 per hour. Overtime may be required, with full safety training provided.