CNC Milling Lead (U5) – Large Weldments Specialist

Solar Turbines Incorporated; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking skilled machinists to set up and operate the U5 CNC Milling Machine, machining large fabricated components and weldments to print requirements.

You will read drawings, verify with precision gauges, adjust offsets, and perform in-process inspections to ensure tight tolerances. This role requires experience with CNC programming basics and the ability to troubleshoot to maintain production flow.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of CNC programming, offsets, tooling, and machine setup.
• Experience operating a U5 CNC Milling Machine or similar large CNC milling equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the U5 CNC Milling Machine to machine large fabricated components and weldments to print requirements.
• Perform machine setup, work offset verification, tooling selection, and fixture alignment on the U5 milling machine.
• Execute milling, drilling, boring, facing, and related machining operations while maintaining required tolerances and quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, process sheets, and work instructions to determine machining requirements.
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment and make machine offsets or program adjustments as required.
• Perform in-process inspections and ensure completed parts meet all quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and program-related issues to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.

Skills

CNC setup & operation

Engineering drawings reading

Precision inspection

CNC programming basics

U5 CNC milling experience

Tools

G-code

FeatureCAM

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking skilled machinists to set up and operate the U5 CNC Milling Machine, machining large fabricated components and weldments to print requirements.

You will read drawings, verify with precision gauges, adjust offsets, and perform in-process inspections to ensure tight tolerances. This role requires experience with CNC programming basics and the ability to troubleshoot to maintain production flow.