Precision Machinist Technician - Robotics & Quality Prep

Caterpillar; Dyer (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career development

Incentive bonus

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Machinist Technician to support fabrication operations, including loading robots, removing burrs, and ensuring area cleanliness. You will work with hand and power tools to trim parts and prepare them for painting, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will read blueprints, operate Plex systems, and collaborate with a team on 1st shift with relocation not offered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive operations
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Blueprint reading experience
• Ability to work as part of a team and undergo cross-training
• Effective communications skills

Responsibilities

• Utilize Plex system to determine product and procedure accuracy
• Provide support to operators
• Remove sharp edges/weld spatter from the entire part with hand tools and pneumatic grinders/buffers
• Perform final quality inspection of parts prior to painting processes
• Prepare part for transport to other departments
• Daily inspection of equipment to ensure safety and efficiency

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Team collaboration

Hand tool operation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Plex system

Pneumatic grinders

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Machinist Technician to support fabrication operations, including loading robots, removing burrs, and ensuring area cleanliness. You will work with hand and power tools to trim parts and prepare them for painting, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will read blueprints, operate Plex systems, and collaborate with a team on 1st shift with relocation not offered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.