Machinist Manufacturing 2nd Shift

Caterpillar

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profile Job Location:

North Little Rock, AR - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 24 - 30
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

Your Work Shapes Our World

When you join Caterpillar youre 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 dont 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. Join us.

Want to build YOUR career! LOOK at Caterpillar! We are looking for candidates just like you that want to build more than machines. This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as an Machinist Apprentice on our 2nd shift team earning day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $24.70/hour.

This position works under general supervision to assemble/test parts components or systems for wheel loaders and motor graders according to the specified work orders. This position is for the assembly line at the North Little Rock AR site.

Pay Rate and Schedule:

  • The position includes a wage of $24.70/hour and acomprehensive benefit program!
  • Openings available on 1st shift: Monday Friday 3pm 11pm Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.

As a Machinist Apprentice at Caterpillar you will:

  • Follow documented procedures standard work routings and blueprints to perform safe and defect free operations to create and machine components.
  • Set up and operate CNC equipment and tooling.
  • Operate CNC vertical and horizontal machining centers.
  • Position heavy fabricated metal components in machining fixtures utilizing overhead and jib cranes.
  • Inspect work quality utilizing gages micrometers etc.
  • Set up cutting tools and inspect for wear.
  • Make/update CNC machine program changes.
  • Research and test various cutting tools for cycle time/cost improvements.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must have machining experience including the load/unload of machining work-holding fixtures
    OR
  • Currently attending or completed a Machinist technical program (Machine Tool Technology etc.)
  • Intermediate proficiency (basic skills/knowledge; capable of functioning independently in operating inspection equipment gauges and tools

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

  • Willing and able to stand for prolonged periods
  • Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
  • Willing and able to operate lifting devices
  • Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Top candidates will also have:

  • CNC machining experience
  • Mazak machining experience
  • CNC horizontal and vertical milling experience
  • EIA Machine programming
  • Intermediate proficiency using a computer
  • Further education beyond high school
  • Experience in manufacturing/planning
  • Intermediate proficiency working with Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work
  • Basic print-reading ability
  • Knowledge of machine centers
  • Intermediate level of knowledge of technical requirements such as tolerance and fit.

Your Work Shapes Our World

When you join Caterpillar youre 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 dont 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. Join us.

Want to build YOUR career! LOOK at Caterpillar! We are looking for candidates just like you that want to build more than machines. This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as an Assembler on our 1st shift team earning day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $18.80/hour.

This position works under general supervision to assemble/test parts components or systems for wheel loaders and motor graders according to the specified work orders. This position is for the assembly line at the North Little Rock AR site.

Summary Pay Range:

$24.70 - $30.90

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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:

February 20 2026 - March 19 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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Career Area:OperationsJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 sus...
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Key Skills

  • Electrical Discharge Machining
  • Calipers
  • FANUC
  • CNC Milling Machine
  • Machining
  • Tooling
  • CNC
  • CAM Programming
  • CNC Lathe
  • Micrometer
  • Precision Measuring Instruments
  • Trigonometry

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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

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