Machinist Trainee - 2nd shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Shift differential

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist for second shift. You will operate milling machines, follow SOPs, and perform quality checks to ensure product conformity.

You will troubleshoot issues, adjust tooling, and work with engineers and operators to resolve problems, while maintaining records and safety standards. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience with CNC milling
• Strong knowledge of CNC Mills & G-Code Programming
• Ability to set up fixtures, tooling and rework processes

Responsibilities

• Operate machines from SOPs to perform routine milling processes
• Perform quality checks using gauges per quality plan
• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety checks on machines
• Troubleshoot machine issues and coordinate with team lead as needed
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to resolve machining problems
• Change and adjust basic tooling, progressing to full tooling changes
• Maintain production and quality records and communicate machine status
• Other duties as assigned by Team Lead or Manager
• Demonstrate teamwork and maintain good working relationships

Skills

CNC Milling Machine

G-Code Programming

Fixture, Tooling & Rework Setup

Education

Technical certificate in related field

Tools

CNC Mills & G-Code Programming

Job description

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.

Career Area

Operations

Job Description

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.

In This Role, You Will

• Working from standard operating procedures, set-up and operate machines to perform routine machining process.
• Using a variety of measuring equipment and gauges, will perform quality checks according to the quality plan ensure the quality of the product produced.
• Perform all preventative maintenance and safety checks on machines.
• Recognize operating irregularities and machine malfunctions and troubleshoot problems to correct. If necessary, contact Team Lead for assistance.
• Collaborate with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining problems.
• Perform changes and minor adjustments of all basic tooling, progressing to be able to change and adjust all tooling in the machine.
• Communicate daily with operators from other shifts, Team Lead, and Manager as to the condition of machines and or parts within your responsibility.
• Maintain records relating to production, downtime, quality, etc.
• Perform other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed by Team Lead, Manager, or another designated person.
• Must perform as a team member with the willingness and attitude to work with others to resolve problems. Must also maintain good working relationships with others within the organization.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow written and visual work instructions, with little to no direction.
• Math skills for inputting specific dimensions and figures into CNC Machinery
• Basic computer operating skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• 2-5 years of previous experience with:
  • CNC Milling Machine
  • CNC G-Code Programming
  • Fixture, Tooling and Rework Set-Up
• Technical certificate in related field
• Advanced knowledge of CNC Mills & G-Code Programming
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people in challenging situations.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb up and down work platforms multiple times daily.
• Ability to stand, walk, squat and bend for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

Shift: 2nd shift

Hours:3pm – 11pm, Monday- Friday

Work Location: North Little Rock, Arkansas

Shift differential - 7%

What You Will Get

Our goal at Caterpillar is for YOU to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).

Summary Pay Range

$25.45 - $31.85

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

• 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 25, 2026 - September 8, 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.