Mill, Drill & Bore Machinist - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.

East Peoria, IL, US
Base: $26.66ph; shift premium: $1.00 extra for off...
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Operating numerically controlled drilling and boring machines
Reading assembly prints and technical requirements
Executing machining operations to close tolerances
** Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Mill, Drill & Bore Machinist for a full-time, 3rd shift position in East Peoria, IL. The role involves setting up and operating numerically controlled machines to manufacture complex parts, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and quality. **

Job Summary

  • You will set up, operate, and adjust one or more numerically controlled drilling and boring machines where feeds, speeds, and cycles are fully controlled by encoded instructions.
  • The role involves executing machining operations to close tolerances on complex parts such as transmission cases, bevel gear cases, and diesel engine blocks.
  • Starting wage is $26.66/hour with an additional $1 shift premium for off shifts, plus overtime opportunities paid at time and a half.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Mill, Drill & Bore Machinist for a full-time, 3rd shift position in East Peoria, IL. The role involves setting up and operating numerically controlled machines to manufacture complex parts, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and quality. **

Salary

Base: $26.66/hour; Shift Premium: $1.00 extra for off shifts; Overtime: Time and a half (some mandatory)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operating numerically controlled drilling and boring machines
  • Reading assembly prints and technical requirements
  • Executing machining operations to close tolerances
  • 3rd shift availability Sunday through Thursday nights
  • Ability to override encoded instructions or adjust offsets

Nice-to-have

  • Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
  • Awareness of 5S and Total Productive Maintenance
  • Good communication skills in English
  • Experience with simple computer operations
  • Willingness to work mandatory overtime

Key Requirements

  • Technical school or equal educational background in mechanical discipline
  • Ability to read, write, and conduct business in English
  • Pass pre-employment screenings including background, drug, and medical checks

Work Rights

Not specified

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