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Solar Turbines —San Diego, CA
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- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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- Disability insurance
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- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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- US work authorization
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- Dental insurance
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- Senior level
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Hand Finisher II
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- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
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- High school diploma or GED
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VerTechs Enterprises, Inc —El Cajon, CA
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- Part-time
- English
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Press Brake Operator
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- $22 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Fair chance
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- Senior level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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- $17 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Assembly
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Compucraft Industries —Santee, CA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
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- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Lead/Supervisor Machine Operator (Graveyard Shift)
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- $21 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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13d
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- Overtime
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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- US work authorization
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- Health insurance
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- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
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- Dental insurance
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Pumper
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- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Machinist

Solar Turbines -
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Job Details

Full-time
$34.00 - $40.92 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Machine setup
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Machining tool setup
Shop math
Dimensional measurements
Parts drawings
Precision measurement in machining

Full Job Description

Career Area:

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.

Sign-on Bonus - Starting at $30hr. - 2nd, and 3rd shifts avail able - Located in Harbor Drive

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
Sign-On Bonus

These benefits also apply to part-time employees

About the Role:
The CNC Machinist will set up and operate any machine tool to perform any operation within its capacity where special fixtures and holding devices are furnished or not required.

What You Will Do:

Perform complete and independent setup of various machine tools and perform any operation within the machine's capacity, working from 0.I.S., prints, tapes, sketches, oral and written instructions to determine the sequence of operations to be performed, dimensions and tolerances to be held, tools to use, method of locating, aligning, and holding work, and feeds and speeds
Make machine adjustments for efficient machining operations
Use precision measuring instruments, machines and gauges to check own work for conformance to specifications
As required, pre-set and/or sharpen cutting tools
Recognize improper machine functions and take corrective action and provide information to resolve discrepancies
Deburr and break edges of own machine parts. Maintain identification of machined parts as required
Replenish coolant, change accessible filters and lubricate own machine tool as required
Remove way covers, check and report damage

What You Have:

Trade School Certificate, Associates Degree in Machine Technology, or High School Diploma/GED equivalent and minimum 2 years experience in setting up and operating CNC machines
Knowledge of how to set and use gauges such as calipers, bore micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints for datum lines and tolerances
Ability to interpret GD&T
Understand and use of measuring devices
Use of advance shop math
Ability to work overtime as needed
Must be willing to work any shift
Desired Qualifications:
Previous Machinist experience
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written

Summary Pay Range:

$23.00 - $40.92

Compensation and benefits 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.

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.

Posting Dates:

June 15, 2026 - July 30, 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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Pay: $34.00 - $40.92 per hour

Work Location: In person

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