**Career Area:** Operations **Job Description:** **Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.** When you join Caterpillar, you're 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 don't 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. **3rd Shift - Full Time** **PRIMARY FUNCTION** : + Set up, operate, and support computer numerical-control vertical turning center to produce high quality production parts in a safe and efficient manner. + Use of related components and equipment including: metal cutting tools and inserts, tool holders, collets, tool pre-setter machine, fixtures, work holding and clamping equipment, various hand tools, and precision measuring instruments. Jib and overhead cranes used for material handling. **Description:** + Review manufacturing documents for operation sequence, setup and work holding information. + Identify work piece and assist in loading on machine. + Set up and align part using work holding equipment such as vices, jaws, chucks, clamps, etc. + Assemble proper cutting tools for operation using tool holder, chucks, collets, turning, boring, drills, taps, reamers, etc. Index cutting inserts as required. + 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 turning center. + Adjust or select machine parameters such as feed rate, speed, and offset values where required. + Perform very close tolerance machining operations such as turning, boring, counter boring, milling, drilling, tapping, etc. on large steel structural weldments, castings and forgings. + Perform in process inspection of machined parts as required to maintain quality requirements. + Make appropriate program changes and edits where required. May on occasion need to operate machine manually, without program. + 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 turning center or lathe experience cutting steel and other metals preferred. + Familiarity with Siemens controls and operator interface. **Additional Information:** + This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin + **3rd Shift** + **Full Time position** + Pay: Step 1 - $32.17 hr, Step 2 - $33.51 hr, Step 3 - $34.85 hr plus an additional $1.00 for shift premium + No relocation assistance is available. **Why Caterpillar South Milwaukee?** + Competitive Hourly Pay with Shift Differential (.70/hour 2nd shift, .80/hour 3rd shift) + All Positions are Full-Time + Bonuses for New Hires and Referrals + Paid Vacation and Holidays + Bereavement, Jury Duty, Military Duty Paid Benefits, Parental Leave + Benefits Effective Date of Hire - Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) + 401k with 6% Company Match + Company Discounts and Voluntary Benefits + Recognition Programs + Employee Assistance Program (includes eligible dependents) + Adoption Assistance Program + Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses), Safety Boot Reimbursement + Company Provided Uniforms and Caps + Uniform Lockers, Personal Lockers, Showers + Lunchroom with Self-Service Canteen **Summary Pay Range:** $32.17 - $40.22 Compensation and benefits offered 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:** Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development _*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines_ . 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:** December 9, 2024 - January 5, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .