Training & Development Specialist CNC Machining Operations

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Training & Development Specialist - CNC / Machining Operations

Primary Location: East Peoria IL (LL)
Travel: Up to 10%
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Job Summary

As a Training & Development Specialist - CNC / Machining Operations you will design implement and deliver technical training programs that build workforce capability and support manufacturing performance. Based in East Peoria Illinois this role focuses on developing employee skills across CNC machining processes ensuring safe high-quality production standards. You will partner closely with operations leaders and subject matter experts to create engaging hands-on learning experiences that support both new hires and experienced machinists. This role plays a critical part in improving production readiness safety and employee development in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

• Design and deliver CNC machining training programs that support onboarding upskilling and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assess training needs and translate them into structured learning plans curriculum and measurable outcomes aligned to business goals.
• Develop and facilitate training on key machining topics including machine setup blueprint reading tolerances gauging tooling selection and safe work practices.
• Deliver instructor-led on-the-job and blended learning experiences that meet adult learning principles and operational requirements.
• Partner with operations leaders and subject matter experts to standardize work instructions and improve training effectiveness.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments observation and feedback; adjust programs to improve learning outcomes.
• Maintain training documentation and support compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.

What Skills You Have

• Experience designing and/or delivering training in a manufacturing industrial or technical environment.
• Working knowledge of instructional design adult learning principles and training delivery methods.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage frontline employees and technical stakeholders.
• Proven problem-solving ability to identify skill gaps and implement effective learning solutions.
• Degree or equivalent experience desired.
• Ability to support training in manufacturing processes such as machining production operations or technical trades.

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with CNC machining or machine shop operations.
• Experience training on blueprint reading dimensional inspection tolerances and tooling.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles 5S and total productive maintenance (TPM).
• Experience using training technologies learning systems or digital learning tools.
• Ability to coach and develop employees across varying skill levels in a production environment.

What You Will Get

• Opportunity to shape CNC machining talent development in a leading manufacturing environment
• Exposure to both technical training and operations leadership partnerships
• Career growth within operations training and learning & development functions
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned to market benchmarks

Summary Pay Range:

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:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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