CNC Operator- East Peoria LL- 3rd Shift

Caterpillar; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 36,726 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

PPE provided

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in East Peoria is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up, operate, and adjust a range of CNC machines to produce parts per blueprint specifications.

The role includes working on lathe, turret, gear grinding, and other equipment depending on department needs. Requirements include 1 year of CNC machining experience or a machining certificate, plus the ability to read blueprints and demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1 year of CNC machining experience or machining certification from an accredited school or program.
• Intermediate proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints.
• High mechanical aptitude, vocational training or technical training.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and adjust various machines to produce parts that meet blueprint specifications in a production environment.
• Ensure that parts being machined are within tight tolerances.
• Perform a variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system.
• Apply safe working methods.

Education

Machining certification

Blueprint interpretation

Tools

CNC machines

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.

3rd Shift Available - Full Time- East Peoria LL

Pay is $26.66 hr with an additional $1.00 shift differential for working an off shift

Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.

Day 1 Benefits including Health Insurance

As a CNC Machinist at Caterpillar, you can expect to set up, operate and adjust various CNC machines. Exact machines will be dependent on the location and department you are hired to. Machines may include:

• Lathe
• Automatic
• Turret
• Engine
• Tracer
• Single Spindle Automatic Screw
• Multi-Spindle Automatic Cutoff
• Gear Grinding
• Mill, Drill, and Bore

Based on your previous experience and machining knowledge, Caterpillar will determine which machines will best suit you. Please be sure to include all of your previous CNC machine experience on your resume and application to help make this determination.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Set up, operate and adjust various machines to produce parts that meet blueprint specifications in a production environment
• Ensure that parts being machined are within tight tolerances
• Perform a variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system
• Apply safe working methods

Required Qualifications:

• 1 year of CNC machining experience or machining certification from an accredited school or program
• Intermediate proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints
• High mechanical aptitude, vocational training or technical training

Top Candidates will also possess:

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong commitment to safety
• Must be able to work any shift - working hours may change with business needs

Physical Qualifications (With or Without Accommodation)

• Operate equipment including forklift, Hand Jack/pallet truck
• Noise levels of 85db or greater
• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists
• Lift up to 18lbs frequently
• Work at multiple heights
• Climb on equipment, machines, ladders and various step stools
• Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks
• Work various shifts and workday schedules including nights and weekends
• Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures and all weather conditions
• Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices
• Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees
• Work in awkward positions, including forward reach, lateral reach, squat, overhead reaching, twisting and forward head and rotation of neck.
• Work in tight spaces
• Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling rotating
• Use of fine motor skills
• Use of hand tools
• Required Personal Protective Equipment: hearing protection, safety glasses, steel toed/metatarsal foot gear, and protective clothing and equipment including shock resistant gloves, fall restraint harnesses, jackets, chaps, helmet, grinding shield, cut/heat resistant sleeves, etc.
• Computer skills to access Cat Intranet
• Ability to read prints and use gauges for Quality Inspection

Additional Information

• Pay is $26.66 hr with an additional $1.00 shift differential for working an off shift
• Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.
• 3rd Shift: Sun-Th 10:00pm-6:00 am
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position
• This is a Full Time Caterpillar position offering benefits including health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K, etc.

Summary Pay Range:

0.00 - 0.00

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:

August 1, 2026 - October 30, 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.