Machinist - 2nd shift

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.

Role Definition
The CNC Machinist will set up and operate any machine tool to perform any operation within its capacity.

What You Will Do
Employees in this position will be expected to perform up to expectations in two to three of the primary work cells by performing the following duties:

- Set up and make machine adjustments to support efficient machining operations.

- Use precision measuring instruments, machines, and gauges to check work for conformance to specifications and print tolerances.

- Operate machining and fabrication equipment such as lathes, vertical mills, horizontal mills, plasma cutters, laser cutters, Blaser machines, presses, and flex equipment, as assigned.

- Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machining equipment.

- Calculate and set machine controls for factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine controls.

- Start and observe milling, drilling, and other machining operations to identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and adjust machine controls as required.

- Follow established setup guidelines, procedures, prints, and specifications when preparing and machining parts.

- Recognize improper machine functions, take corrective action, and provide information needed to resolve discrepancies.

Required Qualifications

- Must be open to working any shift.

- 1–2 years of related experience and/or training in Machine Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Ability to read and understand manufacturing prints.

- Knowledge of quality standards and tolerances.

- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

- Ability to write simple correspondence.

- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to other employees within the organization.

- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

- Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions.

- Ability to address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

- Regularly required to stand and use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.

- Frequently required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance.

- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and regularly required to communicate and hear. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous manufacturing experience

Targeted Pay Range:
$19.21 - $24.01

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

$19.21 - $28.81
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:

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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