Machinist I - 3rd Or Weekend Shift Available

Caterpillar Inc.•Menominee, MI

5d•$21 - $30

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a Machinist I to operate screw machines and perform routine machining processes using blueprints and standard work procedures. The role includes checking product quality, meeting production requirements, maintaining equipment, and following safety and housekeeping standards. Available schedules are a third shift Monday through Thursday from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., or a weekend shift Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The position pays within a summary range of $21.00–$29.90 per hour; shift-specific rates are listed as $23.00 per hour plus a $1.00 shift premium for third shift, and $25.56 per hour plus a $1.00 shift premium for weekend shift. The Machinist I performs production, quality, troubleshooting, maintenance, recordkeeping, and communication tasks. The employee may also instruct and train assigned operators and contribute suggestions for improving productivity, processes, safety, the work environment, and housekeeping. No relocation assistance is available. Employment offers are conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is not hiring applicants who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

Requirements

Use shop math.
Read blueprints.
Interpret measuring equipment.
Have a team-oriented attitude and willingness to work with others to resolve problems.
Meet Caterpillar's employment visa sponsorship restriction: applicants who now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship are not being hired for this opening.
Successfully complete a drug screen as a condition of an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Machining experience and/or education.
Mechanical experience.
Demonstrated troubleshooting or repair skills.

Responsibilities

Operate screw machines to perform routine machining processes, working from blueprints and standard work procedures.
Use measuring equipment and gauges to perform quality checks according to the quality plan.
Load bar stock into machines or use the bar loader.
Use Through-Put to accurately count parts according to work orders; meet or exceed production requirements or notify the Team Lead or Manager of deviations.
Perform preventative maintenance and safety checks on machines.
Add coolant and lubrication to machines as needed.
Recognize operating irregularities and machine malfunctions, troubleshoot problems, and seek Team Lead assistance when needed.
Perform tooling and attachment changes and minor machine adjustments.
Maintain the cell board to communicate machine issues or related problems.
Work safely and comply with safety regulations, including use of protective equipment and devices.
Keep the work area, equipment, machines, and storage areas clean and orderly.
Communicate with operators on other shifts, the Team Lead, and the Manager about the condition of machines and parts.
Maintain production, downtime, quality, and other related records.
Suggest improvements to productivity, processes, safety, the work environment, and housekeeping.
Perform other related duties as directed by the Team Lead, Manager, or another designated person.
Instruct and train assigned operators on work methods, safety procedures, and proper equipment use.
Work collaboratively with team members to resolve problems and maintain good working relationships.

Benefits

6% 401(k) match.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage available from day one; listed as starting as low as $33.00 per month.
Health Savings Account with company contribution.
Monthly bonus opportunity of up to 11%.
10 paid vacation days, prorated in the first calendar year.
Paid personal days.
11 paid holidays.
Annual merit increases.
Opportunity for overtime hours or shifts.
Education tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Career development.
Incentive bonus.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.