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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.
We are currently seeking Lathe Operators in East Peoria, IL (Undercarriage Building BB). As a Lathe Operator, you will operate, set up and adjust automatic lathes to perform various combinations of machining operations on miscellaneous parts.
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to :
- Executing machining operations on N/C lathes to perform complex combinations of machining operations or limited combination of machining operations close to tolerance.
- Manually operate polisher and vertical turret lathes
- Adjust single spindle automatic cutoff machines to perform cutoff and/or chamfer operations on barstock, tubing, etc.
- Applying safe working methods
Qualifications:
- Previous machine shop experience
- Ability to read/write and interpret documents in English
Desired Qualifications:
- Previous CNC experience
- Awareness of Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain (5S) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
- Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork
Additional Information:
- This position does not offer relocation
- This position requires no travel
- Position open on 2nd shift (3:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Monday - Friday)
- Candidates must be at least 18 years of age
- Positions are supplemental full-time
What we offer:
- Competitive starting wages
- Scheduled wage increases
- Day one benefits
- Quarterly bonuses
- Employee national discounts
- Development opportunities
* Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace.
Posting Dates:
April 10, 2024 - April 17, 2024Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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