Coremaking Specialist - Mapleton, Illinois

Career Area: · OperationsJob 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 builder ...

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.

Caterpillar Mapleton Seals is  looking for a person to join our foundry team as a Coremaking Specialist. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating sand cores used in the metal casting process. This role requires attention to detail, and a strong willingness to train on coremaking techniques and materials while adhering to safety standards.

This role includes starting pay at $23.22/hour with periodic wage increases, healthcare insurance, employee discount programs, free employee assistance program, and more. Depending on business requirements, normal working hours will be 40 hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Don't miss this opportunity We also offer an additional $1.00/hour night shift premium for our 3rd shift employees

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Set up, operate and adjust core machines

• Mix sand and binders to create core materials

• Assemble cores and patterns to molds and fill them with core materials

• Use of JIB hoist/pallet jack to maneuver materials

• Use of hand tool to complete core making process

• Maintain a clean and organized work area adhering to all safety policies

Required qualifications for Mapleton Seals Production Associate:

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes

• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Top candidates will also have:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

• Basic knowledge in reading and interpreting prints

• Proficiency in Coremaking machines and using related tools

Additional Information:

• Positions available on 3rd shift

• 3rd shift: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am, Sunday night-Friday morning

• This position does not offer relocation

• This position requires no travel

• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age

• Positions are supplemental full-time

What we offer:

• Competitive starting wages with scheduled wage increases

• Day one benefits

• Employee national discounts

• Development opportunities

What to Expect After Applying:
*Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
*Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
*On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

* Safety is a core value at Caterpillar.  All candidates for employment must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. We owe it to our employees and their families to work in a safe and secure workplace. 

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:

February 19, March 2, 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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