CNC Machinist I - Weekend Shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Menominee Township (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical/dental/vision benefits

HSA with company contribution

Monthly bonus

Paid vacation

Job summary

Caterpillar seeks a Weekend CNC Machinist in Illinois to study blueprints and operate mills, lathes and grinders. You will set up tools, verify tolerances, and adjust controls to ensure parts meet specifications.

Collaboration with engineers and production staff is required for quality output. The role includes a weekend schedule (Fri-Sun, 6:00am-6:00pm) with a starting pay of $25.56/hour plus a $1.00 shift premium, and potential overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with minimal related experience.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and specs to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Follow operation sequences and setup requirements.
• Set up and operate machines like mills, lathes and grinders.
• Adjust machine controls for speed, feed, coolant, and angle of cut.
• Verify finished workpiece to specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to resolve issues.

Skills

Fluency in English

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fanuc CNC

Mazatrol CNC

Okuma OSP

Job description

Career Area

Operations

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Company Benefits

• 6% 401k match
• Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)
• HSA with company contribution
• Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
• 10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
• Paid personal days
• 11 paid holidays
• Annual merit increases
• Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
• Education Tuition Assistance

Shift Available

• Weekend Shift: 6:00am-6:00pm Friday-Sunday. Starting pay is $25.56/hour + $1.00 shift premium.

JOB DUTIES

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces
• Demonstrate the ability to follow the sequence of operations and setup requirements
• Measures, marks, scribes dimensions, and reference points on material or workpieces as a guide for subsequent machining
• Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes and grinders
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut
• Enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, adjusting machine controls or control media as required
• Verifies compliance of finished workpiece to specifications
• Sets up and operates the machine on trial run to verify accuracy of the machine settings or the programmed control data
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly
• Ability to identify worn tooling, installing replacement inserts, grind wheels and carbide cutters on equipment and maintains daily PM as required
• Collaborates with engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve machining or assembly problems
• Experience with CNC controls: Fanuc, Mazatrol and Okuma OSP desired

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma with up to 3 months related workplace experience, or six months vocational/technical training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrate the ability to accurately complete all work-related documents
• Understand basic operating principles for all plant machinery
• Fluency in English (read, write, comprehend)
• Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions and deal with problems
• Must have mechanical aptitude
• Observe safety and security procedures

Competencies

• Safety Focus - Demonstrates a commitment to working safely, following procedures, identifying potential hazards and contributing to a safe work environment.
• Responsibility & Dependability - Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains attendance standards, and consistently delivers quality results.
• Teamwork & Collaboration - Works effectively with others, communicates respectfully, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive and productive work environment.
• Functional Expertise & Continuous Learning - Learns and applies job-related knowledge, follows established processes, solves routine work challenges, and adapts to new tools, equipment, and procedures.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

Summary Pay Range

$23.00 - $29.90

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 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

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates

October 28, 2026 - November 3, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.