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[Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Mapleton-Illinois/Machinist-Tooling--2nd-or-3rd-Shift--Cast-Metal-Org--CMO-_R0000401687) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Caterpillar](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) / Machinist Tooling- 2nd or 3rd Shift- Cast Metal Org. (CMO) ## Job description ### 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. The Mapleton Foundry is looking to hire Machinist (Tooling) As a machinist at Caterpillar Inc., you will set up, operate and adjust various gear machines and/or rotary head milling machines to perform precision machining operations on details of dies, jigs and fixtures, miscellaneous tooling, repair parts, prove design parts, etc. Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: fabricate, modify, and repair precision tools, molds, and machinery parts for manufacturing processes by operating various machine tools and using blueprints and measuring instruments to meet precise specifications sets up, operates and adjusts various gear machines and/or rotary head milling machines to perform precision machining operations on details of dies, jigs and fixtures, miscellaneous tooling, repair parts, prove design parts, etc. Use a variety of special equipment and attachments as required Sets up and operates a special universal grinding machine to perform precise grinding operations on male and female taper spline and serration gauges. ### Minimum Qualifications 5 or more years of manual machining Experience Ability to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds Top candidates will also have: Previous machine shop or foundry experience Computer knowledge Verbal and written communication skills Problem solving and decision-making Math skills What You Will Get: Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides: Competitive base salary- starting pay rate is $30.67-plus $1.00 night-shift premium Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (prorated based on start date) 401k savings plan Wellness programs Additional Information: Full Time Position Position is in Mapleton, Illinois There is no relocation offered for these positions Summary Pay Range - $30.67- $32.77, plus $1.00 night-shift premium. 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 #LI 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: October 22, 2026 - January 13, 2027 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 23, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 9 days - Location: Mapleton, Illinois - Pay: $30.67- $32.77[Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Mapleton-Illinois/Machinist-Tooling--2nd-or-3rd-Shift--Cast-Metal-Org--CMO-_R0000401687) ## Hiring at Caterpillar - Open jobs: 909 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 9, 2026 [All Caterpillar jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Caterpillar ### [Manufacturing Project Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/80a4fb46303c02c4c51b/) Mapleton, Illinois ### [Senior Manager Production](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/c147046bc87ae30e9473/) Mapleton, Illinois ### [Automation and Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/a592fcc69149e36cb601/) Mapleton, Illinois ### [Environmental EHS Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/06400ceb75494b55c2d2/) Mapleton, Illinois ### [Human Resources Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/c72757aa53737c48ebe5/) Mapleton, Illinois ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Injection Tooling Machinist -2nd shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/amcor/jobs/ad92c1b1a04f72426bd4/) Amcor · RPSNA Lawrence KS ### [Machinist - 2nd Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/1236bd4594334bc1e509/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Machinist - Weekend Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/95d4908a591738b56c5b/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Machinist- 2nd Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/07b7db7c92e72f320b99/) Sanmina-SCI · Austin, TX, US ### [CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/2d181f8b199d699721d0/) Eaton · Davenport, Iowa, USA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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