Melting Specialist- 2nd and 3rd Shift- Cast metal Org.; CMO

Position: Melting Specialist- 2nd and 3rd Shift- Cast metal Org. (CMO)
## Melting Specialist- 2nd and 3rd Shift
- Cast metal Org. (CMO)
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Mapleton, Illinois:
Full time:
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** Career Area:
** Operations
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* 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.
** Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
** Operates control station to monitor and control melting station  Analyzes control signals  Controls melting operations  Detects deviations and initiates corrective action
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* Basic Qualifications:

** Two years of prior work experience
** Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodations):
** Ability to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds  Ability to stand throughout an 8 to 12-hour shift  Ability to operate heavy machinery and manufacturing equipment
** Top candidates will also have:
** Previous foundry or manufacturing experience  Math skills  Verbal and written communication skills  Problem solving and decision-making
** Additional Information:
** Positions are for 2nd Shift OR 3rd Shift  Positions are in Mapleton, IL  There is no relocation offered for these positions.
** Salary Range**: $23.22- $28.50

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  ###
** 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 29, 2026 - December 30, 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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