CNC Machinist
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Job Location:
South Milwaukee, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 28 - 35
Posted on:
15 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Career Area:
OperationsJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.
Experienced Vertical Mill CNC Machinist
Location:Caterpillar South Milwaukee WI
Shifts Available:2nd & 3rd Shift
Sign-On & Retention Bonus:$2000
Hourly Pay:
Step 1: 28.27
Step 2: 29.44
Step 3: 30.62
$1.00/hr Shift Premium for 2nd or 3rd Shift
About Caterpillar South Milwaukee
Caterpillar is hiring a Vertical Mill CNC Machinist to support our manufacturing operations in South Milwaukee WI.
When you join Caterpillar youre 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 dont 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.
At our South Milwaukee facility youll be part of a team that builds some of the largest and most powerful mining machines in the world. This facility specializes in the production of Cat Electric Rope Shovels (ERS) used in mining operations around the world.
Job Description:
Primary Function:
Set up and operate CNC controlled vertical milling center to produce high quality production components in a safe and efficient manner.
Use of related equipment including metal cutting tools and inserts fixtures and clamping equipment various hand tools and precision measuring instruments and gages.
Jib and overhead cranes used for material handling.
Description:
Operate large CNC controlled vertical bridge mill.
Identify work piece and assist in loading of part on to machine.
Set up and align part using work holding equipment such as fixtures vices blocks shims parallels chucks clamps etc.
Assemble proper cutting tools for operation using tool holder chucks collets drills taps reamers mills and boring tools etc.
Load CNC program and perform a trial run to check program accuracy when needed.
Use process instructions and G & M code program to operate CNC machine.
Perform very close tolerance machining operations such as milling facing boring counter boring drilling tapping probing etc. on large structural components.
Adjust or select machine parameters such as feed rate speed and offset values where required.
Make appropriate program changes and edits where required. May on occasion need to operate machine manually without program.
Perform in process inspection of machined parts as required to maintain quality requirements.
Assist in unloading and remove processed parts from machine.
Clean up work piece removing burrs chips coolant etc.
Keep facilities material and work area clean and orderly
Conform to safety and inspection requirements and perform all the above operations in a safe and efficient manner.
Qualifications:
One to three years of actual hands on CNC machining experience; demonstrate good skill and ability on the machines operated.
Read and interpret part drawings and blueprints.
Ability to use quality inspection gaging indicating and measuring techniques including verniers calipers and micrometers.
Know basic machine shop math including high school trigonometry.
Know basic machine shop practices.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of machining terminology and procedures.
Demonstrate a safe work history.
Top Candidates will have:
CNC milling of alloy steel and other metals experience preferred.
Familiarity with Fanuc machine controls and operator machine interface.
Additional Information:
This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee Wisconsin
Full Time position
No relocation assistance is available.
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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Summary Pay Range:
$28.27 - $35.33Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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
Posting Dates:
February 11 2026 - April 5 2026Any 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.
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Key Skills
- Electrical Discharge Machining
- Calipers
- FANUC
- CNC Milling Machine
- Machining
- Tooling
- CNC
- CAM Programming
- CNC Lathe
- Micrometer
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Trigonometry
About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
