Machinist

Caterpillar Brazil; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Brazil is seeking a skilled machinist in San Diego to operate CNC machines and ensure quality production. The role requires a Trade School Certificate or equivalent, along with at least two years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive hourly wages and a range of benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans. Join Caterpillar and contribute to building a better world while advancing your skills in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off plan

401(k) savings plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of CNC machine setup and operation.
• Knowledge of using precision measuring devices like calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines and deburr parts as needed.
• Follow safety protocols and use appropriate protective equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, velocity, and cost.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

CNC operation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Trade School Certificate

Associates Degree in Machine Technology

High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring devices

Gauges and calipers

Job description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.

About the Role:

Set up and operate any machine tool to perform any operation within its capacity where special fixtures and holding devices are furnished or not required.

What You Will Do:

Follow all applicable policies and procedures and ensure safety rules are observed.

Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (safety glasses, goggles, gloves, ear plugs, metatarsal safety shoes, etc.) as required

Required to work overtime schedule as requested to meet production needs based on established overtime procedures

Operate machinist tools including CNC machines

Use precision measuring devices to effectively machine parts

Deburr parts

Participate in problem solving, continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback in areas of People, Quality, Velocity and Cost

Use blueprints, gauges, torque measuring devices and/or other equipment to ensure conformance to quality specifications

Use and on for identification of variance from standard work

Be available to assist in other areas as needed

Participate in activities and exercises in support of the Caterpillar Production System (CPS) – 5S, RIWs, etc.

What You Have:

Trade School Certificate, Associates Degree in Machine Technology, or High School Diploma/GED equivalent and minimum 2 years of experience in setting up and operating CNC machines

Knowledge of how to set and use gauges such as calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators, etc.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints for datum lines and tolerances

Ability to interpret GD&T

Understand and use of measuring devices

Use of advance shop math

Ability to work overtime as needed

Willing to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written

Summary Pay Range:
$23.00- $40.92

Compensation and benefits 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*

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.

About the Role:

Set up and operate any machine tool to perform any operation within its capacity where special fixtures and holding devices are furnished or not required.

What You Will Do:

• Follow all applicable policies and procedures and ensure safety rules are observed.

• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (safety glasses, goggles, gloves, ear plugs, metatarsal safety shoes, etc.) as required

• Required to work overtime schedule as requested to meet production needs based on established overtime procedures

• Operate machinist tools including CNC machines

• Use precision measuring devices to effectively machine parts

• Deburr parts

• Participate in problem solving, continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback in areas of People, Quality, Velocity and Cost

• Use blueprints, gauges, torque measuring devices and/or other equipment to ensure conformance to quality specifications

• Use and on for identification of variance from standard work

• Be available to assist in other areas as needed

• Participate in activities and exercises in support of the Caterpillar Production System (CPS) – 5S, RIWs, etc.

What You Have:

• Trade School Certificate, Associates Degree in Machine Technology, or High School Diploma/GED equivalent and minimum 2 years of experience in setting up and operating CNC machines

• Knowledge of how to set and use gauges such as calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators, etc.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for datum lines and tolerances

• Ability to interpret GD&T

• Understand and use of measuring devices

• Use of advance shop math

• Ability to work overtime as needed

• Willing to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Machinist experience

• Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written

Summary Pay Range:
$23.00- $40.92

Compensation and benefits 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

• Sign-on bonus

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

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.

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