Machinist Trainee at Caterpillar in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Job Description:

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.

Rotated 1st/2nd/3rd Shift - Full Time

Our Machinist Trainee program is open to candidates without prior machining experience whowant to learn CNC machine operation and the skills to become a Machinist.

The selected candidate will obtain a general understanding of machinist work processes and build necessary skills to be able to advance in their career and become a qualified machinist.

  • Program will utilizea combination of formal course work withGateway Technical Collegeas well as an extended period of on thejobshadowing and training at South Milwaukee.
  • Course work will beused toteachthe basics of CNC machining and relatedactivities.
  • Course curriculum will be customizedusingCATapplications andexamples.
  • Drawing and Blue Print
  • Inspection and Gauging
  • Mill
  • Lathe
  • Employees expected to complete coursework with passing grade
  • Employee must demonstrate that the necessary skills and abilities have been demonstrated for each step of the outline. If sufficient progress is not achieved, the learner can be removed from the program.
Top Candidates will have:
  • Knowledge of basic machine shop math, including high school trigonometry.
  • Knowledge of basic machine shop practices.
  • Be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of machining terminology and procedures.
  • Be able to demonstrate a safe work history.
Candidate Requirements
  • All candidates are required to take two tests - Mechanical and Spatial at MATC
Candidate Commitment

This position will require a commitment in this role for a maximum of 4 years - first 18 months general learning, last 6 months machine/job code specific (6G77, 6G60, 6G56). Employee cannot bid to other jobs for 2 years following completion of the Learner Program.

Shift

It will be management's discretion to assign the trainee to any shift during the Learner program. The last 6 months of the program, the employee will be assigned to a machine and that placement will depend on available job code, machine and shift, by seniority.

Costs

Tools will be provided to the Learner and school supplies and tuition will be paid by the company.

Pay Rate

Pay rates will increase every 6 months while in program. Final rate will depend on machine placed on at the end of 24-month program.
  • $24.11 - Starting Rate
  • $25.71 - 6 months
  • $27.32 -12 months
  • $28.93 - 18 months
Additional Information:
  • This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee, WI.
  • Advancement opportunities available
  • No relocation assistance is available.
  • Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances as well as a medical evaluation.
  • Sign On & Retention Bonus available
Why Caterpillar South Milwaukee?
  • Competitive Hourly Pay with Shift Differential
  • 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
Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
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:
October 18, 2024 - October 25, 2024
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.

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