Robotics-Driven CNC Machinist I

Caterpillar Inc.; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% 401k match

Day one medical, dental, vision, RX

HSA with company contribution

Monthly bonus up to 11%

10 paid vacation days

11 paid holidays

Annual merit increases

Overtime opportunities

Education Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Machinist I in Sumter, SC. The role involves setting up and operating GM Fanuc robots, machine centers, lathes, and related equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality through calibration and measurement.

The position requires proficiency with precision measuring tools and the ability to translate blueprint dimensions to CNC programs, supporting final product quality and production goals at Caterpillar.

Qualifications

• 1 year of manufacturing experience
• 1 year of machining experience
• 1 year of CNC experience
• Intermediate proficiency in blueprint reading
• Experience using precision measurement tools (ex: micrometers, calipers, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate robots and machining equipment including CNC centers and lathes
• Calibrate precision measuring tools and verify partQuality
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure product quality
• Relate blueprint dimensions to CNC programs
• Troubleshoot setups and extend tooling life
• Perform quality checks and document measurements as required

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machining experience

CNC experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement tools experience

Tools

GM Fanuc Robots

Machine centers

Lathes

Induction hardening

Robotics programming

Micrometers

Calipers

Lasers

Dial indicators

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Machinist I in Sumter, SC. The role involves setting up and operating GM Fanuc robots, machine centers, lathes, and related equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality through calibration and measurement.

The position requires proficiency with precision measuring tools and the ability to translate blueprint dimensions to CNC programs, supporting final product quality and production goals at Caterpillar.