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.

We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.  

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.  

Additional Information:  

This is a full-time supplemental* position 

This is a 2nd shift position, Mon – Fri 3pm -11pm 

Located in East Peoria, IL (701 W. Washington St East Peoria, IL 61630) 

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position 

Candidates must be able to read, write and conduct business in English 

Ability to work overtime when required 

What You Will Do:

Set up, operate and adjust N/C, automatic, engine, turret, etc., lathes, single spindle automatic screw machines, multi spindle automatic cutoff machines and/or tracer lathes to perform various combinations of machining operations on miscellaneous partsSet up and operate multi spindle automatic screw machines to perform machining operations to produce studsSet up, operate and adjust various machines to produce samples and specimens or laboratory testing maintain close tolerances

What You Will Get:  

Starting wage is $23.22/hour (additional $1 shift premium for off shifts). Overtime opportunities paid, time and a half (some may be mandatory).  

*Supplemental roles: receive some benefits, including: 

40 hours of paid personal time per year, prorated based on start date 

Tax deferred retirement plan after 1,000 hours of service. 

Opportunity to enroll in a Consumer Driven Health Plan (high deductible, low premium health plan) 

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:  

Background Screening  

Drug Screening  

Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical  

What to Expect After Applying:
*Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
*Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
*On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method.  If you wish to know the status of your application, please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.  

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.  

Your work ethic, commitment to quality, and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters. Apply now! 

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:

January 15, 2026 - January 26, 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.

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