CNC Machinist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plans

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar is hiring for a manufacturing technician role focused on machining operations. You will setup and teardown machine tools, load and unload parts, and use measuring equipment to ensure quality through the machining process.

The position requires reading engineering drawings, making tool changes when needed, and following detailed instructions. Taxable benefits and shift differential are included where applicable.

Qualifications

• Machining experience required across multiple machine types.
• Ability to read and understand engineering routing and process drawings.
• Strong math skills and basic trigonometry knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Set up and teardown of machine tools and load/unload parts.
• Download programs from central database and make minor changes as needed.
• Monitor and adjust tools, perform in-process inspections with calipers/micrometers.

Skills

Machining experience

Drawings reading

Math skills

Reading instructions

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

CNC Lathes/Mills

Measuring tools

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.