CNC Machinist

Solar Turbines; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Incentive bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a skilled machinist to operate and program CNC lathes, mills, and VTLs. You will perform setup/teardown, load/unload parts, and ensure quality through precise measurement and tool management.

The role requires reading engineering routings and drawings, adjusting tooling, and maintaining a safe, efficient work area. Experience with 5-axis is a plus, and overtime is common.

Qualifications

• Machining experience required.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and routings.
• Capable of compensating tool wear and making minor program changes.
• Familiar with measurement tools and precision inspection.
• Comfort with math and basic trigonometry.
• Able to follow complex written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up/teardown of machine tools; load/unload jaws, fixtures, tooling.
• Download programs from central database; modify programs as needed.
• Load/unload parts; monitor quality with measuring equipment.
• Monitor cutting tools; adjust offsets; index or change inserts.
• Make tooling changes to improve processes.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Operate CNC lathes, mills, or VTLs; use pallet jacks and jib crane.

Skills

Machining experience

Horizontal-Vertical lathes & Mills

Minor program changes

Read/understand drawings & routing

Tooling changes & tool index

Measuring instruments (calipers, mic/g

Math & trigonometry basics

Follow complex written/verbal instr.

Shop routing comprehension

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CNC Lathes

Mills

Mill-Turn machines

Job description

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.

Career Area

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.

Job Description

Job Description

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

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) "4-10's"
• 2nd shift differential pay of $3/hour is in addition to base pay
• SWW Shift: *Friday - Sunday (4:00 AM - 4:30 PM) "3-12's"
• SWW shift differential pay of $2/hour is in addition to base pay

Ideal Skillset

• 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.

Summary Pay Range

$25.58 - $38.36

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

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

Posting Dates

November 2, 2026 - April 30, 2027

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.