CNC Machinist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plans

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Caterpillar in Claremore, Oklahoma is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and teardown machine tools, download programs, and make on-the-fly adjustments to optimize processes. You will load and unload parts and inspect them using precision measuring tools to ensure quality throughout the machining sequence.

Ideal candidates have machining experience with lathes and mills, a solid ability to read drawings and routings, and the mindset to follow complex instructions.

Qualifications

• Machining experience in a production/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and routings.
• Familiar with calipers, micrometers and height/gauge measurements.
• Comfort reading blueprints and shop routings.
• Strong math skills and basic trigonometry understanding.
• Able to follow complex written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Setup/teardown of machine tools and load/unload parts.
• Download and modify programs from the central database.
• Make tooling changes and offsets to improve process.
• Inspect in-process and finished parts with measuring instruments.
• Monitor tools and adjust as needed to maintain quality.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.

Skills

Machining experience

Horizontal-Vertical lathes / Mills / 4

Read engineering drawings

Measuring instruments

Tool monitoring & adjustments

Math / trigonometry

Education

High School Diploma

GED or equivalent

Tools

CNC Lathes

CNC Mills

Measuring tools

Job description

## CNC MachinistApply: Broken Arrow, Oklahoma: USA - OK - Claremore - Solar: Posted Yesterday: R0000403485**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 - $38.36Compensation 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, 2027Any 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.