CNC Machinist

South Milwaukee, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 28 - 35

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

Experienced Machinist CNC / Manual

Location:Caterpillar South Milwaukee WI

Shifts Available:2nd & 3rd Shift

Sign-On & Retention Bonus:$2000

Hourly Pay:

Step 1: 28.27
Step 2: 29.44
Step 3: 30.62
$1.00/hr Shift Premium for 2nd or 3rd Shift

About Caterpillar South Milwaukee

Caterpillar is hiring a Paint Specialist to support our manufacturing operations in South Milwaukee WI.

When you join Caterpillar youre 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 dont 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.

At our South Milwaukee facility youll be part of a team that builds some of the largest and most powerful mining machines in the world. This facility specializes in the production of Cat Electric Rope Shovels (ERS) used in mining operations around the world.

Job Summary

As an Experienced Machinist you will perform complex closetolerance machining operations on a wide variety of parts using CNC NC and manual machines. You will be responsible for complete setups machining operations inspection and maintaining a safe clean work environment while producing precision components.

Key Responsibilities

Secure job assignments and instructions for complex machining operations.
Determine sequence of operations setups feeds speeds and offsets.
Operate multiple CNC NC and manual machines as required.
Identify position and secure work pieces manually or using jib or overhead cranes.
Set up and align parts using surface gauges levels wedges and other alignment tools.
Assemble tooling including chucks collets drills taps reamers facing turning and boring tools.
Select install and index cutting tools and attachments.
Load programs set tool offsets and perform trial runs to verify program accuracy.
Perform conversational programming and make program adjustments during machining cycles.
Perform closetolerance machining operations including turning facing boring counterboring drilling reaming milling tapping and spot facing.
Inspect machined parts to ensure dimensions tolerances and quality requirements are met.
Deburr clean stamp and properly identify completed parts.
Insert bushings into parts and assemblies as required.
Perform routine preventive maintenance including lubrication and filter changes.
Maintain a clean safe and orderly work area and comply with all safety and inspection requirements.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of handson machining experience.
Demonstrated ability to perform complex machining operations.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Knowledge of gaging indicating and measuring techniques including verniers and micrometers.
Working knowledge of basic machine shop math including highschool level trigonometry.
Understanding of standard machine shop practices terminology and procedures.

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Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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

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.

Summary Pay Range:

$28.27 - $35.33

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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 4 2026 - April 5 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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Career Area:OperationsJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 sus...