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Machinist II
Machinist II-June 2024
Wamego
Jun 14, 2026
About Machinist II

  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.

  ​ ​ NOW OFFERING NEW HIRE BONUS OF $1000* ​​

  Job Description Summary As a Machinist at Caterpillar Inc. you will set up and operate conventional, special purpose and numerical (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic parts.* Individuals in this classification are fully trained on several machines but not all of the following: CNC Lathes, CNC vertical machining centers, CNC Horizontal boring mills, and hand tools used in the manufacturing process.Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut Enters commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specs Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly. Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment Tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance Confers with manufacturing engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve machining problems Additional Information - Machinist II Pay starts at: $23.72/hr(Base hourly rate is starting at $22.17/hr with a 7% night shift premium when working 2nd shift hours.)Work location: Wamego, KSShift: 2nd- Full Time Hours: 2nd shift – Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm- 2:00amOvertime on FridaysNew hire bonus pays $500 after 60 days successful performance and an additional $500 after 6 months of successful performance in the Wamego facility* In addition to Caterpillars Total Rewards Package, you will also receive: $ 1,000 New Hire Bonus Potential for Quarterly Bonuses Overtime based on business need Paid holidays and vacation days Potential for annual pay increase based on performance Full Personal Protective Equipment provided including metatarsal guard steel-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, etc. Opportunity to promote to higher welder positions and advance your career Bereavement, Jury Duty, Military Duty Paid Benefits, Parental Leave, Adoption Benefits Being a member of our team is rewarding! Total Rewards Package available from DAY ONE includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Health savings account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts Short and long term disability coverage Life Insurance Healthy Lifestyle Program Employee Assistance Programs 401K with 6% company match Annual 401K employer contribution of 3%-5% Desired Qualifications: 1 or more years CNC experience

  Specific vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus

  Work environment is typical shop environment Required Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school OR 6 months to one year of related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, manuals Ability to write routine reports and correspondence Ability to work with mathematical problems and deal with variety of concrete variables Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations Regularly required to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk and hear Occasionally must lift and or move up to 35 lbs.

  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.

  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) .

  There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.

  Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.

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