Precision Machinist

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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.

Essential Job Requirements:
Setup/teardown of machine tools load and/or unload jaws fixtures tooling as needed
Download programs from central database
Make program changes as needed to improve process
Load and unload parts from machine
Utilize measuring equipment for frequent inspection of in-process and finished products to control quality through the machining processes. Including micrometers calipers Pi tapes rail gages etc.
Monitor cutting tools and adjust as needed make machine offsets and index or change inserts as needed
Make tooling changes as needed to improve process
Keep immediate area clean and orderly

Equipment Used:
Machine tools such as but not limited to CNC Lathes Mills or VTLs
Hand tools
Pallet jacks
Jib crane

Our ideal candidate is motivated by daily and weekend overtime.
1st Shift: Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
2nd Shift: *Monday - Thursday (4:00 PM - 2:30 AM) 4-10s
2nd shift differential pay of $3/hour is in addition to base pay
SWW Shift: *Friday - Sunday (4:00 AM - 4:30 PM) 2-12s
SWW shift differential pay of $2/hour is in addition to base pay
Extensive machining experience
Experience with either Horizontal-Vertical lathes and/or Mills and/or Mill-Turn Machines
Ability to make all minor program changes if needed.
Read and understand engineering routing and process drawings.
Ability to determine when cutting tools are dull and should be changed or indexed.
Ability to use measuring instruments including but not limited to calipers micrometers height gauges depth gauges etc.
Good working knowledge of math and minimal trigonometry.
Ability to follow complex written and verbal instructions.
Ability to read and comprehend drawings and shop routing.

Desired Qualifications:
High School Diploma GED or equivalent.
Experience working in a production and/or manufacturing environment.
Be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.

Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive experience working in a production and/or manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with 5 axis.
Technical degree or certification.
Previous tool design experience.
Previous experience programming and operating high accuracy measurement/instrumentation systems.

Average Pay Range:

$32-$38 an hour

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.

Summary Pay Range:

$30.75 - $46.13

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

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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