Metal Treating Specialist - 3rd Shift - East Peoria Bldg KK

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.

Large Power Systems Division (LPSD):

Are you looking for an opportunity to learn a specialized skill within a manufacturing environment? Caterpillar in East Peoria, IL is looking to train new employees  that desire to become our next employees in Heat Treat. The Metal Treating Specialist Trainee program is a paid program designed to provide a unique learning experience for highly motivated individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing and learning new skills. Positions may be available on all shifts after training on 1st shift for 4-6 weeks at the facility. Upon completion of the program, individuals will be responsible for:

• Set up, operation and adjustment heat-treat equipment to perform carburizing, cycle annealing and die quenching of gears Physical Qualifications (With or Without Accommodation)

• Will work in environment that has extreme temperatures

• Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures

• Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts

• Frequent walking, bending, reaching

• Occasional stooping, crouching, and climbing

• Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling rotating

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or previous work/volunteer experience

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or previous work/volunteer experience

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures

• Basic computer skills

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

• Ability to work overtime when required, including weekends

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous heat treat experience

• Previous machine shop experience

Top Candidates will also have:

• Strong commitment to safety at all times

• Excellent attitude and willingness to learn

Additional Information:

• Positions are available for 3rd shift in East Peoria Bldg. KK

• This is a supplemental position – minimum 40 hours per week with limited benefits available

• Pay is $22.25 hr

• Relocation is not offered for this position

• This position requires no travel.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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Summary Pay Range:

$22.25 - $24.35

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:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

December 10, 2024 - February 9, 2025

Any 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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