CNC Machinist

Solar Turbines; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 35,817 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

HSA

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a skilled machinist to join our shop floor. You will set up CNC lathes and mills, download and adjust programs, load and unload parts, and perform regular quality inspection using calipers and micrometers.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, tool changes, and maintaining a clean, safe work area while meeting production targets. Prior machining experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED.
• Experience in a production/manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set up and teardown machine tools; load/unload jaws, fixtures, tooling.
• Download and modify programs from central database as needed.
• Load/unload parts and perform in-process and final inspections.
• Monitor cutting tools, make offsets, and index/change inserts as required.
• Keep work area clean and safe, follow routing and instructions.

Skills

Machining

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Math/trigonometry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Lathes

Mills

Mill-Turn

Calipers

Micrometers

Height/Depth gauges

Job description

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.

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 product to control quality through the machining processes. Including micrometers, calipers, Pi tapes, rail gages, etc.
• Monitor cutting tools and make adjustments 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 tool such as but not limited to CNC Lathes, Mills, or VTL’s
• Hand tools
• Pallet jacks
• Jib crane

Shift and Working Conditions

• 1st Shift: Monday – Friday (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
• 2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday (4:00 PM – 2:30 AM) “4‑10’s”
• 2nd shift differential pay of $3 /hour is in addition to base pay
• 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

Pay Range

$25.58 – $38.36

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.