Machining Technician & Training Mentor

Caterpillar; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

HSA

Paid time off

Career development

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Machining Technician to provide flexible machining support and serve as a technical resource. This role will help maintain safe, consistent production across machines and areas, onboard and develop employees, and reinforce standardized work.

A seasoned machinist who communicates well will thrive in this role at Caterpillar in East Peoria, IL. The successful candidate will apply CNC knowledge, support automation integrations, and contribute to safety, quality, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Five or more years of machining experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of proper set up and operation of machining equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, understand GD&T, and interpret manufacturing specifications.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and inspection methods.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach technical information in a clear, patient, and practical manner.
• Ability to work across different areas, departments, and schedules based on operational needs.
• Consistent record of safe work practices, quality performance, reliability, and teamwork.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete electronic training and production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, process documentation, and specifications.
• Verify completed parts meet dimensional, quality, and workmanship requirements.
• Suggest approved machine adjustments and troubleshoot routine machining, tooling, and process issues.
• Support production priorities and move between assignments as business needs change.
• Work collaboratively with operations leadership, manufacturing engineering, quality, maintenance, tooling, and other support functions.
• Identify and communicate safety, quality, equipment, tooling, or process concerns promptly.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Apply knowledge of CNC programming, machining processes, and machine controls to optimize production performance.
• Support the integration and operation of automated machining cells, including CNC equipment, robotics, sensors, and material handling systems.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Communication

Training others

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety compliance

Basic computer skills

GD&T understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machining apprenticeship preferred

Technical degree or certs preferred

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a Machining Technician to provide flexible machining support and serve as a technical resource. This role will help maintain safe, consistent production across machines and areas, onboard and develop employees, and reinforce standardized work.

A seasoned machinist who communicates well will thrive in this role at Caterpillar in East Peoria, IL. The successful candidate will apply CNC knowledge, support automation integrations, and contribute to safety, quality, and