Machinist

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.

Operations

As a Machinist 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 gauges, micrometers, and other measuring devices.
• Set up cutting tools and inspect for wear.
• Make or update CNC machine program changes.
• Research and test various cutting tools for cycle time and cost improvements.

• 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 in operating inspection equipment, gauges and tools; capable of functioning independently.

• 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.

• CNC machining experience.
• Mazak machining experience.
• CNC horizontal and vertical milling experience.
• EIA machine programming experience.
• 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 knowledge of technical requirements such as tolerance and fit.

2nd shift:
Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:10 pm.

3rd shift:
Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 pm – 7:10 am.

The base wage ranges from $24.48 per hour to $30.60 per hour, depending on experience and shift. The night shift premium is 8%.

In addition to the hourly wage, a quarterly goal‑sharing program is offered.

• 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.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.