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Overhaul Machinist III
- Solar Turbines Incorporated (Desoto, TX)
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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.
This position is accountable for supporting parts requirements for the overhaul of turbines engines and related equipment. The machinist position provides material recovered from core engines or sub assemblies for the remanufacturing per engineering instruction and techniques utilizing manual and or CNC machines, OD grinders and general shop equipment.
This is a 3rd shift position
Principal Accountabilities
+ Machining and repair of turbine engine parts and related components ensuring best practices per engineering instructions are followed in order to provide the maximum yield of core material.
+ Routing of material upon completion to next operation for all completed components.
+ Ensure material is preserved and delivered to upstream customer with special attention of overall accuracy and completion of all required documentation including SFIS.
+ Participate on process improvement teams within primary area and across departmental
+ boundaries
+ Contribute to daily responsibilities regarding safety and work area 5S is required
+ Full participation in Safety and 5S weekly / monthly audits
+ Mentor and train less experienced machinist in your areas of expertise
+ Lead continuous improvement projects associated with safety, quality velocity and cost
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
+ High school education or equivalent
+ 6 years experience in the operation manual machine tools
+ 3 year experience with CNC milling machines
+ Excellent attendance record
Must be capable of:
+ Repetitive lifting/moving of parts weighing up to 25 lbs.
+ Standing for prolonged periods of time with frequent breaks.
Preferred:
+ Mechanical experience (3+ years)
+ Ability to operate shop equipment and basic hand tools (3+ years)
+ Machine shop experience operating manual and CNC machine tools (5+ years)
+ A&P License with experience with turbine engines
+ Advanced computer skills (1 year)
+ Associate degree is preferred
+ CPS Yellow Belt
+ 6 Sigma Green Belt trained
Summary Pay Range:
$65,454.00 - $98,182.00
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:
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:
October 23, 2025 - November 5, 2025
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.
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