Machinist

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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.

Sign-on Bonus - Starting at $30hr. - 2nd, and 3rd shifts available - Located in Harbor Drive

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
• Sign-On Bonus

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

About the Role:
The CNC Machinist will set up and operate any machine tool to perform any operation within its capacity where special fixtures and holding devices are furnished or not required.

What You Will Do:

• Perform complete and independent setup of various machine tools and perform any operation within the machine's capacity, working from 0.I.S., prints, tapes, sketches, oral and written instructions to determine the sequence of operations to be performed, dimensions and tolerances to be held, tools to use, method of locating, aligning, and holding work, and feeds and speeds
• Make machine adjustments for efficient machining operations
• Use precision measuring instruments, machines and gauges to check own work for conformance to specifications
• As required, pre-set and/or sharpen cutting tools
• Recognize improper machine functions and take corrective action and provide information to resolve discrepancies
• Deburr and break edges of own machine parts. Maintain identification of machined parts as required
• Replenish coolant, change accessible filters and lubricate own machine tool as required
• Remove way covers, check and report damage

What You Have:

• Trade School Certificate, Associates Degree in Machine Technology, or High School Diploma/GED equivalent and minimum 2 years experience in setting up and operating CNC machines
• Knowledge of how to set and use gauges such as calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for datum lines and tolerances
• Ability to interpret GD&T
• Understand and use of measuring devices
• Use of advance shop math
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Must be willing to work any shift
• Desired Qualifications:
• Previous Machinist experience
• Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written

Summary Pay Range:

$23.00 - $40.92

Compensation and benefits 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.

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.

Posting Dates:
June 15, 2026 - July 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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