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.

Job Summary:

As a Metalworking Technician at Caterpillar Pontiac, you may set up and operate metalworking machines such as hydraulic presses and CNC laser cutters to manufacture components and sub-assemblies.

What You Will Do (including but not limited to):

• Perform operations, including multiple die setups.
• Brake presses to form angles or radii.
• Operate bending machines to perform bending on stainless steel.
• Performs various operations on sheet metal parts such as marking from templates, shearing, forming, etc.
• Cut parts using CNC Laser Cutter by downloading cut lists.

Minimum Requirements:

• Previous laser cutter or press brake experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn.

Additional Information:

2nd Shift: Monday – Friday 3:00PM – 11:00PM.
3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday 11:00PM – 7:00AM.
Starting pay is $23.22 per hour.
$1.00 an hour night shift premium.
Training is completed on 1st shift hours Monday – Friday.
Positions start as supplemental (36 or more hours per week but with no holiday pay and limited benefits).
Relocation assistance is not available.

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Summary Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

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:

September 24, 2026 - October 2, 2026

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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